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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: June 22 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: June 22 atDestination city: PhiladelphiaDestination location: 30th Street StationOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - Departure time: June 22 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: June 22 atDestination city: PhiladelphiaDestination location: 30th Street StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: June 22 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: June 22 atDestination city: PhiladelphiaDestination location: 30th Street StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Richmond to PhiladelphiaAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5221 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 $32
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Richmond to Philadelphia Train
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The cheapest trip from Richmond to Philadelphia was searched and found on Jun 22, 2025 with a price of $73To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond to Philadelphia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $73 to $365 for a train ticket from Richmond to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-06-22.
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Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Richmond and Philadelphia is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Philadelphia.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Philadelphia, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Richmond and Philadelphia 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.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Richmond to Philadelphia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
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.
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