Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA train

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA?

The best time to book your train from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA.

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Overview: Train from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA

Distance	93 miles (150 km)
Average train duration	2 h 11 min
Average train ticket price	$33 (€28)
Direct train	No
Train providers	Amtrak

Trains from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA cover the 93 miles (150 km) long route taking on average 2 h 11 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $20 (€18), but the average price of train tickets is $33 (€28).

Train companies: Amtrak from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA trains

For as little as $17 (€15) you can travel by train to Richmond, VA from Arlington, VA with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to Richmond, VA from Arlington, VA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Train information from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 2 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: $17

FAQs: Trains from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA

FAQs: Travel by train from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA.

Cheap train tickets from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA can start from as little as $20 (€18) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA is $33 (€28); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Arlington, VA and Richmond, VA is on average 2 h 11 min for the 93 mile (150 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA leaves at 11: 18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA leaves at 11: 27 PM.

When taking a train from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Richmond, VA. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Arlington, VA and Richmond, VA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 27 PM.

A trip to Richmond, VA from Arlington, VA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Arlington, VA to Richmond, VA including taking a bus, train or flight.