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How to get to Richmond by train
| Routes | 214 |
| Trips per day | 794 |
| train lines | 5 |
| Stations | 2 |
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About 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 travelers. 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 favorites include Hardywood, The Veil Brewing Co., and The Answer Brewpub.
Richmond is a major hub for bus travel, and visitors can catch buses 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
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Link to image attributionLocated around 5 miles north of Richmond’s city center, 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 terminal for routes traveling 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 vacation destinations along the East Coast in [South Carolina(/train-tickets/us-sc/), Georgia, and Florida. In addition, the GRTC bus service is available from the station for transport into downtown Richmond.
Popular train stations in Richmond:
7519 Staples Mill Rd
1500 E Main St
What train companies travel to Richmond, Virginia?
Located in Virginia, Richmond is accessible by train from 214 other cities. You can choose from 794 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Richmond on Wanderu. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Richmond are also available.
Train companies serving Richmond
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 305 | 22h 5m | $228.08 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 41 | 7h 20m | $102.04 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 39 | 5h 10m | $86.65 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 23 | 3h 45m | $59.41 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 20 | 4h 4m | $62.16 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travelers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power outlets, and a café car.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
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 boasts seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way.
Which train carrier has the best service to Richmond?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Richmond by train with Amtrak Palmetto giving them a 4.7 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Northeast Regional had the most comfortable train service to Richmond taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Northeast Regional offers. They rate Amtrak Northeast Regional a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Richmond punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Carolinian has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Richmond, rating them a 4.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest train station in Richmond is 7519 Staples Mill Rd. As Richmond's main station, it has the most trains coming and going. However, a popular alternative is 1500 E Main St.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 6h 39m | $145.52 |
| Washington D.C. | 3h 36m | $66.29 |
| New York | 6h 57m | $154.35 |
| Portland | 19h 57m | $234.89 |
| Baltimore | 4h 14m | $57.51 |
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