Cheap train tickets from Richmond to Allentown
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Richmond to Allentown. Traveling by train from Richmond to Allentown usually takes 7 hours and 49 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
- Distance
- 236 mi (380 km)
- Fastest train
- 7h 49m
- Lowest price
- MX$3,302.34
- Trains per day
- 0
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Richmond to Allentown Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Richmond to Allentown?
There are usually 10 daily bus trips available from Richmond to Allentown.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceMX$3,302.34 | Avg. PriceMX$1,826.23Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips10 |
Duration | Duration7h 49mFaster | Duration11h 13m |

There are several train options that can take you from Richmond to Allentown:
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Which train should you take from Richmond to Allentown?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Richmond to Allentown. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 7h 49m | MX$3,302.34 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Richmond to Allentown
While the train is the main method of transportation from Richmond to Allentown, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. 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 transfer 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 Allentown to Richmond. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Richmond to Allentown for MX$1,032.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between Richmond and Allentown is approximately 236 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 49 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)
236
Distance (km)
380
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Richmond at 11:06 AM and arrives in Allentown around 7 hours later.
First train
11:06am
Last train
11:06am
Trains from Richmond to Allentown are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Friday
Least crowded
Friday
City Information
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.
Allentown
Allentown, aka the Queen City, holds historical significance in Pennsylvania. The Liberty Bell Museum is the biggest attraction in town, with travelers coming from across the country to see where patriots successfully hid the famous bell during the American Revolution. If you're in tune with art or monumental buildings, the city's museum has over 17,000 works of art that hold the history of the people that lived there.
On a more adventurous note, there is the Lehigh Valley Grand Prix, known best for Karting, where you can get your fix at over 40 miles an hour on the quarter-mile track. It has a league of racers that are devoted to becoming the top Karters in the city. Get behind the wheel to give them some competition- or sit back with a drink to watch the races. Looking for a nightlife experience? There are plenty of nightclubs, lounges, and restaurants to keep the party going after dark.
Allentown has a variety of bus companies providing intercity transport, including Greyhound, Fullington Trailways, and Martz. Amtrak also provides service from major cities like New Orleans, Newark, and Dallas. Allentown/Bethlehem/Easton (ABE) station is about 4 miles out from the city, which makes it easy to catch a quick bus or train anywhere.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Richmond?
Main departure station: 7519 Staples Mill Rd


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 stop 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, 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 is the train station in Allentown?
Main arrival station: Allentown LANTA
Allentown has one train station.
All train stations in Allentown:
- Allentown LANTA
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