Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Richmond to Quantico. Traveling by train from Richmond to Quantico usually takes one hour and 27 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Carolinian train can make the trip in one hour and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 68 mi (110 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 16m |
| Lowest price | CZK 312.85 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Richmond to Quantico
(Based on 4 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: It was quite. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Enjoy.
5.0
Pros: Relaxing-able to sit back and read. Cafe car open for beverages and snacks and clean bathrooms. Cons: Difficulty with overhead messages at Quantico Station for return trip-unable to understand conductor with sound going in and out. Tips: Ample room to spread out with computer or reading material. You need to be able to step up onto stairs and to be able to step down for exiting.
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Richmond to Quantico was CZK 440.91. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 23 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CZK 434.86 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
By booking your train trip from Richmond to Quantico on Wanderu at least 23 days ahead of time, you can save about CZK 434.86 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
2 train services operate from Richmond to Quantico. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 1h 16m | CZK 1,225.13 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 4 | 1h 29m | CZK 640.51 |
The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian runs an average of 1 trips per day between Richmond and Quantico, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is , and the trip usually lasts around 1 hours and 16 minutes.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 4 daily train trips from Richmond to Quantico, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Trains from Richmond to Quantico are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Richmond at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Richmond to Quantico.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Quantico to 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.
Quantico, made famous by several TV shows, is a real town in Prince William, Virginia. Quantico is about 36 miles outside of Washington, DC. Marine Corps Base Quantico is the largest Marine Corps base in the United States. Other agencies, such as the FBI Academy and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, are also located on the base, though sadly, NCIS isn't actually filmed there.
Quantico has something for everyone. For gym addicts, there are four of the best gyms in the town, and one of them is a highly recommended Crossfit gym. In addition, there are movie theatres, museums, golf parks, and many more rivers and lakes. If you want a great all-rounder-town, then Quantico is the one you should visit.
The Amtrak Northeast Regional and Amtrak Carolinian stop in Quantico from Baltimore, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and New York. If you're driving, know that you'll have to pass through the Marine Corps Base and present valid driver's license to pass on to town.
Image credit: Eli Christman
Link to image attribution
Image credit: Avinash Kunnath
Link to image attributionLocated 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.
7519 Staples Mill Rd
1500 E Main St
Quantico has one train station.
550 Railroad Ave - inside Marine Corps base
CZK 5,605+
CZK 4,526+
CZK 777+
CZK 4,401+
CZK 3,437+
CZK 4,284+
CZK 4,302+
CZK 808+
CZK 1,460+
CZK 1,170+
CZK 1,372+
CZK 3,366+
CZK 3,000+
CZK 16,967+
CZK 1,855+
CZK 2,997+
CZK 293+
CZK 1,574+
CZK 414+
CZK 5,498+
CZK 741+
CZK 2,569+
CZK 2,534+
CZK 2,221+
CZK 396+
CZK 454+
CZK 944+
CZK 593+
CZK 16,708+
CZK 423+
CZK 1,330+
CZK 769+
CZK 767+
CZK 717+
CZK 5,400+
CZK 776+
CZK 14,180+
CZK 3,311+
CZK 745+
CZK 2,051+
CZK 1,119+
CZK 12,932+
CZK 19,234+
CZK 664+
CZK 459+
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
