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Trip Summary
There are usually 11 daily train trips available from Fairfield to Richmond. Traveling by train from Fairfield to Richmond usually takes 51 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Capitol Corridor train can make the trip in 49 minutes.
| Distance | 27 mi (44 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 49m |
| Lowest price | CA$23.33 |
| Trains per day | 11 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Capitol Corridor |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Which train should you take from Fairfield to Richmond?
Amtrak Capitol Corridor is the one and only train line which connects Fairfield to Richmond. However, there are 11 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Capitol Corridor | 11 | 0h 52m | CA$23.33 |
Since 1991, Capitol Corridor has connected Auburn to San Jose, with stops in Sacramento, Oakland, Berkeley, and 15 other cities in Northern California. The route's convenient transport to various cities includes breathtaking scenery guaranteed to help pass the time. Each train offers onboard WiFi and a cafe car for the comfort of passengers, as well as ample bicycle and luggage storage. Most Capitol Corridor trips make the journey from Fairfield to Richmond in about 0 hours and 52 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Fairfield to Richmond are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Fairfield at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 11 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Fairfield to Richmond.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Richmond to Fairfield.
City Information
Richmond
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Richmond is a city in the South Francisco Bay Area, popular for its rich naval history, specifically its role in the World War 2 home front. During this time, thousands of workers moved to the city to support wartime industries. Richmond features different waterfront neighborhoods and houses facing the river with miles of waterfront areas. Richmond offers its residents scenic parks, shorelines, and outdoor spaces, including Tilden Regional Park, Point Pinole Regional Shoreline, and Regional Parks Botanic Garden. The city also has some unique places to check out, like the Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline, which combines a park with a rail museum, and the Redwood Valley Railway.
In Richmond, there are exciting things to do, like zipline adventures in Sonoma and Brazen Racing. The city boasts a fast-growing craft beer scene, with popular names like Fieldwork Brewing and East Brother Beer Company. You can time your visit to participate in the Richmond Main Street Initiative, beer and food, and art festivals. For shopping and restaurants, check out Downtown Richmond.
Richmond is easily accessible from 137 other cities by train, with most trains provided by Amtrak Capitol Corridor. If you prefer to travel by bus, you can follow the routes provided by FlixBus US US from tens of other cities. Within Richmond, there are dedicated public transit routes through BART and Amtrak.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Fairfield?
Main departure station: 4921 Vanden Road
There is one train station in Fairfield.
All train stations in Fairfield:
4921 Vanden Road
Where is the train station in Richmond?
Main arrival station: BART Station - 1700 Nevin Ave
Richmond has one train station.
All train stations in Richmond:
BART Station - 1700 Nevin Ave
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