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Next departures for Richmond to Salisbury on August 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	1:37pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 22m	8:59pm	Salisbury, NC
Train	4:52am	Staples Mill Road	20h 33m	1:25am	Salisbury, NC
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	10h 22m	8:04pm	Salisbury, NC
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	15h 43m	1:25am	Salisbury, NC
Train	10:19am	Staples Mill Road	15h 6m	1:25am	Salisbury, NC

Compare 2 ways to go 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 SEK 419, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

6h 55mAverage Duration

211 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceSEK 419 - SEK 1,272	Average Duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceSEK 404 - SEK 6,936	Average Duration14h 24m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,447 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6447 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 SEK 404

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Salisbury, NC, 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 Salisbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Salisbury start from SEK 404. The average price for this train route is around SEK 1,287. 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 Salisbury?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Salisbury is 14h 24m, covering a distance of 213 miles (343 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Salisbury route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Salisbury?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Salisbury at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 3:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/19

SEK 689

08/20

SEK 543

Today

SEK 543

08/22

SEK 446

08/23

SEK 446

08/24

SEK 388

08/25

SEK 446

08/26

SEK 446

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Salisbury, NC, US was searched and found on Aug 24, 2026 with a price of SEK 388

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 SEK 388 to SEK 7,660 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 SEK 388 which is on 2026-08-24.