How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Durham?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Durham start from ARS 56 861. The average price for this train route is around ARS 67 577. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to Durham?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Durham is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 220 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Durham route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Durham?

The earliest train from Richmond to Durham departs at 13:36. And the latest train departs at 15:25.

Train Richmond to Durham from ARS 56 166 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Durham on 10 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 36m	20:00	Durham Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Richmond to Durham on 11 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 36m	20:00	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 36m	20:00	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Durham on 12 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Durham on 13 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Durham on 14 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Durham on 15 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Durham on 16 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Durham on 17 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:24	Staples Mill Road	4h 31m	19:55	Durham Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:54 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just ARS 43 839, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

4hAverage duration

217 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceARS 43 839 - ARS 161 506	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceARS 56 861 - ARS 182 303	Average duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 821 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5821 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 56 861

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Durham start from ARS 56 861. The average price for this train route is around ARS 67 577. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Durham?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Durham is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 220 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Durham?
The earliest train from Richmond to Durham departs at 13:36. And the latest train departs at 15:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/06

ARS 143 371

09/06

ARS 143 371

Today

ARS 143 371

11/06

ARS 87 205

12/06

ARS 143 371

13/06

ARS 59 122

14/06

ARS 75 381

15/06

ARS 75 381

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 13 Jun 2026 with a price of ARS 59 122

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ARS 59 122 to ARS 187 712 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 59 122, which is on 2026-06-13.