Cheap train tickets from Niagara Falls to Richmond

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Trip Summary

There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Niagara Falls to Richmond. Travelling by train from Niagara Falls to Richmond usually takes 18 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 15 hours and 36 minutes.

Distance
393 mi (632 km)
Fastest train
15h 36m
Lowest price
£131.01
Trains per day
4
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Niagara Falls to Richmond Train Timetable

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Is it better to travel by coach or train from Niagara Falls to Richmond?

There are usually 7 daily coach trips from Niagara Falls to Richmond.

Train
Coach
Avg. Price£203.00Avg. Price£121.10Cheaper
Daily Trips4Daily Trips7
Duration18h 32mFasterDuration19h 37m
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What is the price of a train ticket from Niagara Falls to Richmond?

In the last month, train tickets from Niagara Falls to Richmond cost about £173 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Niagara Falls and Richmond, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 11 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £62.26 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Niagara Falls to Richmond by travel date

£315£210£105NovNov

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Niagara Falls to Richmond will cost between £106 and £312. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Niagara Falls to Richmond by month

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Ticket prices for the train from Niagara Falls to Richmond often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in April when the average ticket price is only £140. If you're thinking of travelling from Niagara Falls to Richmond during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £206 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

£250£200£150£100£50

By booking your train trip from Niagara Falls to Richmond on Wanderu at least 11 days ahead of time, you can save about £62.26 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Niagara Falls to Richmond?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Niagara Falls to Richmond. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak418h 32m£203.00

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Niagara Falls to Richmond

There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your hand luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Richmond to Niagara Falls. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Niagara Falls to Richmond for £70.

Trains per day

4

Direct trains

0

The distance between Niagara Falls and Richmond is approximately 393 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 18 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 36 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)

393

Distance (km)

632

The earliest train departs Niagara Falls at 3:42 while the last train of the day leaves at 11:50. 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

3:42am

Last train

11:50am

Trains from Niagara Falls 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

Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls has captured millions of visitors with its jaw-dropping panoramic splendor, deafening roars, and brilliant rainbows. The most astonishing fact about Niagara Falls is that almost four thousand tons of water flow over Niagara Falls every second. Niagara Falls is also the oldest state park in America and should be on every bucket list.

The closest restaurant and hotel to Niagara Falls is the Red Coach Inn. Every room has its own exquisite and historical look, and it will feel like you are staying inside a castle. Make sure to order the legendary Creme Brulee French Toast! It's even more delicious than it sounds.

To get to Niagara, you fly into the Niagara Falls International Airport. FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, and more also provide coach service to the area with routes from Buffalo, New York, Binghamton, Rochester, and more. Trains from Buffalo to Niagara Falls are also popular, and Amtrak has several lines from Boston, Chicago, Washington, and Toronto to Niagara Falls.

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 Niagara Falls?

Main departure station: 825 Depot Ave W

There is one train station in Niagara Falls.

All train stations in Niagara Falls:

  • 825 Depot Ave W

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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