Trains tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US

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TodayAug 21
TomorrowAug 22
from $447
SatAug 23
from $424
SunAug 24
from $422
MonAug 25
TueAug 26
from $392
WedAug 27
from $367
ThuAug 28
from $422

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 22 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: August 25 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 22 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: August 25 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 22 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: August 25 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 22 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: August 25 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 22 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: August 25 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Los Angeles.

Average Price$120 - $691Average Duration3d
92kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$259 - $1,205Average Duration3d 4h
334kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 days, 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day
3d Average Duration
$120Cheapest ticket
92kgCO₂ emissions

Train Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$451
Average train trip duration3d 4h
Number of daily trains8
Earliest train departure4:52am
Distance2273 miles (3665 km)
Latest train departure12:52pm

Richmond to Los Angeles 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
08/19
$468
08/20
$618
Today
$417
08/22
$430
08/23
$408
08/24
$406
08/25
No data
08/26
$377
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $377

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $377 to $3,151 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $377 which is on 2025-08-26.

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 Los Angeles 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.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Los Angeles, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Richmond and Los Angeles compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Richmond to Los Angeles.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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

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