How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Stamford?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Stamford start from R 988. The average price for this train route is around R 3 011. 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 Stamford?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Stamford is 8h 54m, covering a distance of 511 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 21m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Stamford 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 Stamford?

The earliest train from Richmond to Stamford departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 16:41.

Train Richmond to Stamford from R 1 332 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Stamford on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	17h 41m	06:33	Stamford Station	Cheapest
Train	06:25	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	13:46	Stamford Station	Fastest
Train	05:55	Main Street Station	7h 51m	13:46	Stamford Station	No tags
Train	05:55	Main Street Station	7h 51m	13:46	Stamford Station	No tags
Train	09:42	Main Street Station	8h 5m	17:47	Stamford Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Stamford on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	17h 41m	06:33	Stamford Station	Cheapest
Train	06:05	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	13:26	Stamford Station	Fastest
Train	05:35	Main Street Station	7h 51m	13:26	Stamford Station	No tags
Train	05:35	Main Street Station	7h 51m	13:26	Stamford Station	No tags
Train	06:54	Main Street Station	8h 21m	15:15	Stamford Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 2:19 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Stamford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stamford. The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 963, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

14h 5mAverage duration

515 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 963 - R 3 385	Average duration14h 5m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 988 - R 8 991	Average duration8h 54m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Stamford, CT, US?

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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Stamford, CT, US

A
Stamford Station
48 Station Pl, Stamford, CT 06902, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 988

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Stamford, CT, 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 Stamford?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Stamford start from R 988. The average price for this train route is around R 3 011. 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 Stamford?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Stamford is 8h 54m, covering a distance of 511 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Stamford 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 Stamford?
The earliest train from Richmond to Stamford departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 16:41.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/12

R 3 131

12/12

R 4 048

Today

R 3 875

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R 2 439

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R 1 972

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R 1 644

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18/12

R 1 453

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Stamford, CT, US was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 453

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 Stamford, CT, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 453 to R 11 244 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Stamford, CT, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 453, which is on 2025-12-18.