How much does a train ticket from Newark to Richmond cost?

The average train ticket price from Newark to Richmond is $112. The best way to find train tickets from Newark to Richmond is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Newark to Richmond?

A train trip between Newark and Richmond is around 6h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 34m. This is the time it takes to travel the 282 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Newark and Richmond?

The number of trains from Newark to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Newark to Richmond by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Newark to Richmond?

When taking the train from Newark to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Newark to Richmond?

Trains traveling between Newark and Richmond leave from Penn Station or Newark Liberty International Airport and arrive at Staples Mill Road, Main Street Station.

Train Newark to Richmond from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Richmond on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:41pm	Penn Station	9h 48m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	Train	3:26pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 55m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	3:26pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 55m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	3:15pm	Penn Station	6h 37m	9:52pm	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	3:22pm	Penn Station	6h 30m	9:52pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Richmond on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:19am	Penn Station	5h 52m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:31am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	6h 3m	2:34pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	3:15pm	Penn Station	6h 37m	9:52pm	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:31am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	6h 3m	2:34pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	3:15pm	Penn Station	6h 37m	9:52pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Richmond on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:19am	Penn Station	5h 52m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	Train	11:23am	Penn Station	5h 35m	4:58pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 49m	2:16pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Penn Station	6h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 49m	2:16pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Richmond on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:41pm	Penn Station	9h 48m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	Train	11:23am	Penn Station	5h 35m	4:58pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 49m	2:16pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Penn Station	6h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 49m	2:16pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Richmond on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:26pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 55m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 50m	2:34pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 50m	2:34pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	3:15pm	Penn Station	6h 37m	9:52pm	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	3:26pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 55m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Richmond on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 50m	2:34pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 50m	2:34pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	3:15pm	Penn Station	6h 37m	9:52pm	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	3:26pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 55m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	3:15pm	Penn Station	6h 37m	9:52pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Richmond on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:42pm	Penn Station	9h 21m	9:03am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 50m	2:34pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	3:26pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 55m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	3:15pm	Penn Station	6h 37m	9:52pm	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	3:26pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 55m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Richmond on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	2:27pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	6h 48m	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	Train	11:23am	Penn Station	5h 35m	4:58pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 49m	2:16pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:14am	Penn Station	6h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 49m	2:16pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

7h 45mAverage Duration

282 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $196	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $919	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,594 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Richmond, VA, US?

Stops in Newark, NJ

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Stops in Richmond, VA, US

A - Staples Mill Road

B - Main Street Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Richmond, VA, US by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/18

$82

11/19

$106

Today

$147

11/21

$173

11/22

$208

11/23

$147

11/24

$173

11/25

$208

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $82

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

You can expect to pay from $82 to $733 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $147 which is on 2025-11-23.