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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Wilmington Station | Staples Mill Road | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Wilmington Station | Staples Mill Road | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Wilmington Station | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Wilmington Station | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Wilmington Station | Main Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 548, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Wilmington, DE and Richmond, VA, US?
Richmond, VA, US
- A1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
- BRichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, 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 Wilmington to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Richmond start from R 558. The average price for this train route is around R 1 506. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Richmond is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 290 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Richmond route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Richmond?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Richmond departs at 04:45. And the latest train departs at 17:04.
Which is the best train operator from Wilmington to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 623To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 623 to R 10 130 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 623, which is on 2025-12-15.
