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Next departures for Boston to Richmond on August 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 35m	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
8:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 32m	7:27pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 16m	7:56pm	Main Street Station	No tags
8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 16m	7:56pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 40m	6:15pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 40m	6:15pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on August 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 20m	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
8:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 32m	7:27pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 16m	7:56pm	Main Street Station	No tags
8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 16m	7:56pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
8:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 32m	7:27pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
10:15am	Boston Route 128, MA	11h	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on August 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:01pm	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 28m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 27m	4:52pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on August 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:37am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 28m	9:05pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 27m	4:52pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on August 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:26am	Back Bay Station	10h 39m	9:05pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 27m	4:52pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on August 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:26am	Back Bay Station	10h 39m	9:05pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 27m	4:52pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on August 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:20am	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 45m	9:05pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 27m	4:52pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on August 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:15am	Boston Route 128, MA	11h	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
8:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 32m	7:27pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 16m	7:56pm	Main Street Station	No tags
8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 16m	7:56pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 40m	6:15pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 40m	6:15pm	Main Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 12 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just ₪167, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30train per day

12h 34mAverage Duration

469 milesDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price₪210 - ₪1,310	Average Duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price₪167 - ₪2,864	Average Duration12h 34m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Richmond, VA, US?

Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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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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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,849 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5849 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ₪167

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Richmond start from ₪167. The average price for this train route is around ₪440. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Richmond?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Richmond is 12h 34m, covering a distance of 469 miles (756 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 30 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Richmond at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/30

₪1,046

07/31

₪1,046

Today

₪682

08/02

₪1,059

08/03

₪584

08/04

₪327

08/05

₪327

08/06

₪584

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Aug 4, 2026 with a price of ₪327

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

You can expect to pay from ₪327 to ₪3,159 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₪327 which is on 2026-08-04.