Trains tickets from Richmond (VA), US to Gastonia

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Next departures to Gastonia

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Gastonia
    Destination location: Gastonia Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Gastonia
    Destination location: Gastonia Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Gastonia
    Destination location: Gastonia Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Gastonia
    Destination location: Gastonia Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Gastonia
    Destination location: Gastonia Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Gastonia.

Average Price$51 - $111Average Duration15h 22m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$123 - $323Average Duration17h 40m
38kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Gastonia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Gastonia. The journey takes about 15 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
15h 22mAverage Duration
$51Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Richmond to Gastonia: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$183
Average train trip duration17h 40m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure4:52am
Distance260 miles (419 km)
Latest train departure11:06am

Richmond to Gastonia Train

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond to Gastonia was searched and found on May 4, 2025 with a price of $117

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

You can expect to pay from $117 to $956 for a train ticket from Richmond to Gastonia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $117 which is on 2025-05-11.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Richmond to Gastonia is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Gastonia, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Richmond and Gastonia, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Richmond to Gastonia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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