Cheap train tickets from Richmond to Oklahoma City

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Richmond to Oklahoma City. Traveling by train from Richmond to Oklahoma City usually takes 47 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 44 hours and 12 minutes.

Distance
1122 mi (1806 km)
Fastest train
44h 12m
Lowest price
$301.00
Trains per day
0
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Richmond to Oklahoma City Train Schedule

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Is it better to travel by train or bus from Richmond to Oklahoma City?

There are usually 6 daily bus trips available from Richmond to Oklahoma City.

Train
Bus
Avg. Price$316.00Avg. Price$273.36Cheaper
Daily Trips2Daily Trips6
Duration47h 49mDuration38h 1mFaster
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Price trends for trains from Richmond to Oklahoma City

Average train ticket prices from Richmond to Oklahoma City by travel date

$345$230$115AugSep

Average train ticket prices from Richmond to Oklahoma City by month

$475$380$285$190$95JFMAMJJASOND

Prices as travel date approaches

$325$260$195$130$65

What train companies travel from Richmond to Oklahoma City?

There are multiple trains that travel from Richmond to Oklahoma City, including Amtrak. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular train lines:

TRAINDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak247h 49m$316.00

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Richmond to Oklahoma City

Trains leave the station in Richmond twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Oklahoma City to Richmond. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Richmond to Oklahoma City for $139.

TRIPS PER DAY

2

DIRECT TRIPS

0

The distance between Richmond and Oklahoma City is approximately 1122 miles, or 1806 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 47 hours and 49 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 44 hours and 12 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

DISTANCE (MI)

1122

DISTANCE (KM)

1806

The earliest train departs Richmond at 3:52am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:06am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

EARLIEST TRAIN

3:52am

LATEST TRAIN

11:06am

Trains from Richmond to Oklahoma City are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

MOST CROWDED

Thursday

LEAST CROWDED

Thursday

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 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.

Oklahoma City

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Often overlooked by travelers, Oklahoma City features a treasure trove of fun and quirky little secrets that will keep you enchanted. Among the city’s most famous attractions is the Museum of Osteology, which is one of the only two osteology museums in North America. Featuring more than 300 complete skeletons, as well as 400 different skulls, the museum is a unique experience that will leave you pleasantly satisfied. For those interested in the city’s history and its Western heritage, the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum offers deep insights into the period.

After a day of exploring the city’s many museums, unwind at Bricktown, which offers some of the best entertainment establishments and eateries in town. Oklahoma City boasts a large population of Vietnamese Americans, and one of the best spots to try out amazing pho noodles is at Pho Ca Dao, a local favorite. In case you want to enjoy the most authentically Oklahoman dishes, try Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the city.

Travelers can catch a bus from several different places in the city depending on the carrier you are traveling with. For train travelers, the Oklahoma City Amtrak station is located right in the heart of downtown making it easily accessible. The city is served by two airports: the Will Rogers World Airport, which is located 6 miles southwest of Downtown, and the Wiley Post Airport, seven miles northwest of the central business district.

Station Information

Where does the train leave from in Richmond?

Main departure station: 7519 Staples Mill Rd

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Located 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.

All train stations in Richmond:

  • 7519 Staples Mill Rd

Where does the train arrive in Oklahoma City?

Main arrival station: 100 S EK Gaylord Blvd

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The Oklahoma City Amtrak Station, also known as the historic Santa Fe Depot, is a stunning Art Deco building designed and built in 1934. Oklahoma City is the origin point for Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer train to Fort Worth, where travelers can connect to other Amtrak trains in the nation’s largest passenger rail network. The station has a few vending machines, restrooms, and a seating area where you may spot a few heads craned back to admire the intricate geometric mosaics on the ceiling. Located in the Bricktown neighborhood of downtown OKC, the station is within walking distance to Paycom Center (home of the NBA’s Oklahoma Thunder) and Bricktown Ballpark (home of the MLB’s OKC Dodgers).

All train stations in Oklahoma City:

  • 100 S EK Gaylord Blvd

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