Cheap train tickets from Richmond to Middletown

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Trip Summary

There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Richmond to Middletown. Traveling by train from Richmond to Middletown usually takes 8 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 7 hours and 22 minutes.

Distance
188 mi (302 km)
Fastest train
7h 22m
Lowest price
$97.00
Trains per day
0
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Richmond to Middletown Train Schedule

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What is the price of a train ticket from Richmond to Middletown?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Richmond to Middletown was $138.29. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 8 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $60.43 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Richmond to Middletown by travel date

$165$110$55Aug

The cost of a one-way train trip from Richmond to Middletown is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about $152 for your ticket.

Prices as travel date approaches

$200$160$120$80$400

By booking your train trip from Richmond to Middletown on Wanderu at least 8 days ahead of time, you can save about $60.43 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

What train companies travel from Richmond to Middletown?

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

TRAINDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak78h 20m$167.67

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Richmond to Middletown

There are 7 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 carry-on 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 Middletown to Richmond.

TRIPS PER DAY

7

DIRECT TRIPS

0

The distance between Richmond and Middletown is approximately 188 miles, or 302 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 22 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)

188

DISTANCE (KM)

302

The earliest train departs Richmond at 3:52am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:06pm. 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

3:06pm

Trains from Richmond to Middletown 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 traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

MOST CROWDED

Monday

LEAST CROWDED

Monday

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.

Middletown

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Middletown is a very common place name in Pennsylvania, but the most significant is the borough of Middletown just south of Harrisburg. Though Middletown itself is pretty small, the Harrisburg International Airport is within Middletown and brings a good amount of traffic through the town. However, the area's charming activities and landscape merit a few days of slowing down and enjoying central Pennsylvania.

Families with young kids will love wandering through the enormous National Christmas Center, open during Christmas Season and for select weeks in July, filled with holiday displays, decor, and gifts. You can enter the spooky, spiky Indian Echo Caverns in nearby Derry Township to discover local natural history or enjoy nature's fresh air on the Swatara Creek Water Trail and the Jonathan Eshenour Memorial Trail.

Middletown is home to several brewing companies, distilleries, and brewpubs, including the famous Appalachian Brewing Company and Tattered Flag. In Downtown Middletown, you can shop at a handful of malls and enjoy entertainment at hotels, clubs, bars, and museums.

No intercity bus companies stop in Middletown, but Amtrak's Keystone Service provides train service to the station downtown. Catch the train west to Harrisburg or as far east as Philadelphia.

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
  • 1500 E Main St

Where does the train arrive in Middletown?

Main arrival station: 270 West Emaus Street

Middletown has one train station.

All train stations in Middletown:

  • 270 West Emaus Street

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