How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Boston start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $124. 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 Richmond to Boston?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Boston is 12h 2m, covering a distance of 472 miles (761 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 26m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Boston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 34 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Boston?

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Boston at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 5:34pm.

Train Richmond to Boston from $73 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Boston on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:41pm	Staples Mill Road	17h 17m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:05am	Staples Mill Road	10h 26m	4:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	11h 18m	7:41pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	10h 56m	4:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Boston on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	21h 6m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Train	6:25am	Staples Mill Road	10h 39m	5:04pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	5:55am	Main Street Station	11h 20m	5:15pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	5:55am	Main Street Station	11h 20m	5:15pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	11h 31m	9:13pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Boston on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	21h 6m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Train	10:19am	Staples Mill Road	10h 40m	8:59pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	11h 32m	9:14pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	11h 17m	8:59pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	10h 54m	7:17pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Boston on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	21h 6m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:05am	Staples Mill Road	10h 26m	4:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	11h 18m	7:41pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Boston on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	21h 6m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:05am	Staples Mill Road	10h 26m	4:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	11h 18m	7:41pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Boston on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	15h 20m	11:43pm	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:05am	Staples Mill Road	10h 26m	4:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	11h 18m	7:41pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Boston on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	21h 6m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:05am	Staples Mill Road	10h 26m	4:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	11h 18m	7:41pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Boston on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	21h 6m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:05am	Staples Mill Road	10h 26m	4:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:23am	Staples Mill Road	11h 18m	7:41pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	5:35am	Main Street Station	11h 10m	4:45pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

13h 25mAverage Duration

473 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $396	Average Duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $919	Average Duration12h 2m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

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

Richmond, VA, US

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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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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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 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 $72

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, 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 Richmond to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Boston start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $124. 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 Richmond to Boston?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Boston is 12h 2m, covering a distance of 472 miles (761 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Boston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 34 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Boston?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Boston at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 5:34pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$222

12/10

$222

Today

$279

12/12

$289

12/13

$222

12/14

$222

12/15

$171

12/16

$222

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $171

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 Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $171 to $690 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $171 which is on 2025-12-15.