Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to New York City on 12 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:41	Staples Mill Road	6h 42m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:21	Staples Mill Road	6h 23m	00:44	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:41	Staples Mill Road	6h 42m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:21	Staples Mill Road	6h 23m	00:44	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to New York City on 13 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	03:52	Staples Mill Road	6h 48m	10:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:21	Staples Mill Road	6h 23m	00:44	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:26	Main Street Station	7h 22m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:26	Main Street Station	7h 22m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	03:52	Staples Mill Road	6h 48m	10:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:58	Staples Mill Road	6h 50m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:58	Staples Mill Road	6h 50m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	14:19	Staples Mill Road	6h 41m	21:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to New York City on 14 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:54	Staples Mill Road	6h 22m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:06	Staples Mill Road	6h 18m	17:24	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	03:52	Staples Mill Road	6h 58m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to New York City on 15 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	15:08	Staples Mill Road	7h 9m	22:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:06	Staples Mill Road	6h 18m	17:24	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	03:52	Staples Mill Road	6h 58m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to New York City on 16 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:54	Staples Mill Road	6h 22m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:06	Staples Mill Road	6h 18m	17:24	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	03:52	Staples Mill Road	6h 58m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to New York City on 17 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	03:52	Staples Mill Road	6h 58m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:06	Staples Mill Road	6h 18m	17:24	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	03:52	Staples Mill Road	6h 58m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to New York City on 18 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:41	Staples Mill Road	6h 42m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:06	Staples Mill Road	6h 18m	17:24	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:19	Main Street Station	6h 57m	12:16	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	17:00	Main Street Station	7h 35m	00:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:52	Staples Mill Road	8h 18m	21:10	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to New York City on 19 September
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	03:52	Staples Mill Road	6h 58m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:21	Staples Mill Road	6h 23m	00:44	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:26	Main Street Station	7h 22m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:26	Main Street Station	7h 22m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	03:52	Staples Mill Road	6h 58m	10:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:58	Staples Mill Road	6h 50m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:58	Staples Mill Road	6h 50m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	14:19	Staples Mill Road	6h 41m	21:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 681, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day

7h 30mAverage duration

464 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 681 - R 2 812	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 722 - R 6 845	Average duration6h 56m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and New York City?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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New York City

A
Penn Station
254 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56 482 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 6482 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 R 722

Amtrak Richmond New York City recent customer reviews

Muy demorado

Sara L.

26 November 2022

Will take again

Helene L.

31 August 2022

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to New York City start from R 722. The average price for this train route is around R 1 526. 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 New York City?
The average train journey time from Richmond to New York City is 6h 56m, covering a distance of 462 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to New York City?
The earliest train from Richmond to New York City departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 18:21.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/09

R 2 562

11/09

R 2 760

Today

R 1 851

13/09

R 2 562

14/09

R 2 562

15/09

R 1 455

16/09

R 1 851

17/09

R 2 562

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to New York City was searched and found on 15 Sept 2026 with a price of R 1 455

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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 455 to R 11 287 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 455, which is on 2026-09-15.