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Richmond to Camden Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Richmond to Camden?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Richmond to Camden.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$72.98 | Avg. Price$110.67 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration8h 1m | Duration9h 5m |
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Richmond to Camden. The train trip from Richmond to Camden is usually about 8 hours and 39 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Floridian train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 33 minutes.
| Distance | 289 mi (464 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 33m |
| Lowest price | $89.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Floridian |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Richmond to Camden?
2 train services operate from Richmond to Camden. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 12h 10m | $168.00 |
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 7h 33m | $104.47 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Richmond to Camden every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $154.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Richmond to Camden start from $89, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Camden. Amtrak Floridian in Richmond leaves from 7519 Staples Mill Rd . And in Camden trains arrive at 1060 W Dekalb St .
From Richmond to Camden train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 7 hours and 33 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Camden on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Richmond.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Richmond to Camden
The distance between Richmond and Camden is approximately 289 miles, or 464 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 39 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 33 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.
Trains departing from Richmond to Camden tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Richmond at 11:00am and arrives in Camden around 7 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Camden with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Camden to Richmond.
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Richmond?
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Link to image attributionMain 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 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 is the train station in Camden?
Main arrival station: 1060 W Dekalb St
Camden has one train station.
All train stations in Camden:
1060 W Dekalb St
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