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Cheap train tickets from Salisbury to Richmond
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Salisbury to Richmond. Travelling by train from Salisbury to Richmond usually takes 9 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Carolinian train can make the trip in 6 hours and 29 minutes.
- Distance
- 212 mi (342 km)
- Fastest train
- 6h 29m
- Lowest price
- £29.78
- Trains per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Carolinian
- Train lines
- 2
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Salisbury to Richmond Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Salisbury to Richmond?
There are usually 3 daily coach trips from Salisbury to Richmond.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£51.54Cheaper | Avg. Price£74.15 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration9h 4m | Duration5h 9mFaster |
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There are several train options that can take you from Salisbury to Richmond:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Salisbury to Richmond?
In the last month, train tickets from Salisbury to Richmond cost about £34 when booked at the cheapest time. This is an excellent price given the length of the route. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 14 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £34.49 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Salisbury to Richmond by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Salisbury to Richmond will cost between £31 and £111. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Salisbury to Richmond by month
Ticket prices for the train from Salisbury to Richmond often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only £51. If you're thinking of travelling from Salisbury to Richmond during April, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £86 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in April, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Salisbury to Richmond on Wanderu at least 14 days ahead of time, you can save about £34.49 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Salisbury to Richmond?
2 train services operate from Salisbury to Richmond. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 11h 29m | £66.12 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 6h 32m | £36.27 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from Salisbury to Richmond every day, as well as 1 trip at the weekends, with prices starting from £36.48.
The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian runs an average of 1 trip per day between Salisbury and Richmond, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power sockets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is £36.27, and the trip usually lasts around 6 hours and 32 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Salisbury to Richmond
Trains leave the station in Salisbury twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Richmond faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip. You can also take a train for your return trip from Richmond to Salisbury. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Salisbury to Richmond for £74.
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
1
The distance between Salisbury and Richmond is approximately 212 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 29 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)
212
Distance (km)
342
The earliest train departs Salisbury at 6:17 while the last train of the day leaves at 7:28. 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
6:17am
Last train
7:28am
Trains from Salisbury to Richmond are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Monday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
Salisbury
Salisbury is in the Piedmont region, just outside of Charlotte. The city is the oldest continually populated colonial town in the region, popular for its historic preservation.
Salisbury features sights for history and art buffs, including the Rowan Museum Inc, Waterworks Visual Art Center, and Boone's Cave Park. You can also enjoy the outdoors through different trails, like Dunn's Mountain Park, Hurley Park, and Salisbury Community Park. Historic locations like the National Cemetery and the Foundation, or architecture like the Hall House Museum. From the museums and arts to the family-friendly attractions, Salisbury is known to offer a balanced experience.
Salisbury has a vibrant nightlife, especially for those who like drinking wine. You can check out their vineyards, wine tours, breweries, bars, taverns, and taprooms. It also features night lounges, clubs, grills, bars, restaurants, and more. In Downtown Salisbury, you can enjoy different forms of dining and entertainment in their theatre and locally owned stores, restaurants, and boutiques.
The closest major airport is the Charlotte International Airport. You can easily access Salisbury from 30 neighbouring cities by coach, powered by coach lines like the Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, El Expreso Bus, and PandaNY Bus. You can also visit the city by train via carriers like Amtrak with the Amtrak Crescent, Amtrak Carolinian, and Amtrak Piedmont.
Richmond
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 Salisbury?
Main departure station: 215 Depot St
There is one train station in Salisbury.
All train stations in Salisbury:
- 215 Depot St
Where is the train station in Richmond?
Main arrival station: 7519 Staples Mill Rd
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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