Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Richmond to Salisbury on 23 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	13:37	Staples Mill Road	7h 22m	20:59	Salisbury, NC
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	20h 33m	01:25	Salisbury, NC
Train	09:42	Main Street Station	10h 22m	20:04	Salisbury, NC
Train	09:42	Main Street Station	15h 43m	01:25	Salisbury, NC
Train	10:19	Staples Mill Road	15h 6m	01:25	Salisbury, NC

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Salisbury

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Salisbury. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 2 125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

6h 55mAverage duration

339 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceTRY 2 125 - TRY 6 459	Average duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceTRY 2 048 - TRY 35 227	Average duration14h 24m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56 451 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 6451 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 TRY 2 048

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Salisbury, 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 Salisbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Salisbury start from TRY 2 048. The average price for this train route is around TRY 6 533. 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 Salisbury?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Salisbury is 14h 24m, covering a distance of 343 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Salisbury route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Salisbury?
The earliest train from Richmond to Salisbury departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 15:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

20/08

TRY 2 758

21/08

TRY 2 758

Today

TRY 2 266

23/08

TRY 2 266

24/08

TRY 1 970

25/08

TRY 2 266

26/08

TRY 2 266

27/08

TRY 2 758

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Salisbury, NC, US was searched and found on 24 Aug 2026 with a price of TRY 1 970

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 Salisbury, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from TRY 1 970 to TRY 49 687 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Salisbury, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 1 970, which is on 2026-08-24.