Cheap train tickets from Cumberland to Richmond

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Trip Summary

There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Cumberland to Richmond. Travelling by train from Cumberland to Richmond usually takes 9 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Floridian train can make the trip in 6 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance
163 mi (262 km)
Fastest train
6h 20m
Lowest price
£38.54
Trains per day
4
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
2

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What is the price of a train ticket from Cumberland to Richmond?

In the last month, train tickets from Cumberland to Richmond cost about £47 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 7 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £21.24 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Cumberland to Richmond by travel date

£75£50£25Nov

The cost of a one-way train trip from Cumberland to Richmond is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about £69 for your ticket.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Which train should you take from Cumberland to Richmond?

2 train services operate from Cumberland to Richmond. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak310h 1m£63.86
Amtrak Floridian16h 20m£48.11
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  • Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Cumberland to Richmond start from £41.56, and on average cost £48.11. Daily, Amtrak Floridian runs one schedule to Richmond. Amtrak Floridian in Cumberland leaves from 201 East Harrison St. And in Richmond trains arrive at 7519 Staples Mill Rd.

    From Cumberland to Richmond train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 6 hours and 20 minutes.

    If you are looking to travel to Richmond on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost £41.56 for a one-way weekend reservation from Cumberland.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Cumberland to Richmond

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Cumberland to Richmond. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a coach or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Cumberland to Richmond. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip. You can also take a train for your return trip from Richmond to Cumberland.

Trains per day

4

Direct trains

1

The distance between Cumberland and Richmond is approximately 163 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 16 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 20 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

163

Distance (km)

262

The earliest train departs Cumberland at 9:10 while the last train of the day leaves at 9:37. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.

First train

9:10am

Last train

9:37am

Trains from Cumberland to Richmond are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Friday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Richmond

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As one of the most historically significant cities in the U.S., Richmond is a top-tier destination for not just fans of history but also culturally-inclined travellers. The premier tourist attraction of the city is the Virginia State Capitol, which features a unique architecture partially designed by Thomas Jefferson himself. For those who want to enjoy a cultural experience, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is worth checking out, as it houses five exquisitely beautiful Fabergé eggs, along with works by Degas, Cézanne, and Renoir. If you wish to retreat from the concrete jungle, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a great alternative.

Richmond’s diverse community has had a huge influence on its food scene. Croaker's Spot is a famous restaurant that serves some of the best seafood around. Richmond is also the home to a burgeoning craft beer scene, and there are as many as 30 brands in the city. Some of the local favourites include Hardywood, The Veil Brewing Co., and The Answer Brewpub.

Richmond is a major hub for coach travel, and visitors can catch coaches that go to cities like Washington, D.C., New York and Raleigh on a daily basis. The city boasts two Amtrak train stations that provide regular service to Washington, D.C., New York City and beyond. The principal one is the Main Street Station, which is located right in the heart of downtown Richmond. The main airport is the Richmond International Airport, 7 miles southeast of the city.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Cumberland?

Main departure station: 201 East Harrison St

There are two stations in Cumberland where you can board the train to Richmond.

All train stations in Cumberland:

  • 201 East Harrison St
  • 12401 Willowbrook Rd SE

Where is the train station in Richmond?

Main arrival station: 7519 Staples Mill Rd

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Located around 5 miles north of Richmond’s city centre, the Amtrak Station on Staples Mill Road is Amtrak’s busiest transport hub in the Southeast Region. The station was built in 1975 to replace the downtown Main Street Station. It now serves as an important stop for routes travelling up and down the American East. Passengers can venture north onboard the Northeast Regional service—Amtrak’s busiest route—to Washington, D.C., New York, and Boston. Richmond’s Amtrak Station also offers several southward connections to holiday destinations along the East Coast in South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. In addition, the GRTC local bus service is available from the station for transport into downtown Richmond.

Train stations in Richmond:

  • 7519 Staples Mill Rd
  • Main Street Station

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