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Compare bus, train, and flight for Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a flight costs an average of €165.
Distance: 284 miles (458 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€115 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €182 Average price |
6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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89 Palmetto | 11:19 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h52 | 5:11 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 12:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h03 | 6:27 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 1:39 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h18 | 8:57 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 1 transfer | |
141 Northeast Regional | 1:39 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h55 | 7:34 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2151 Acela+ 41 Floridian | 2:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h42 | 8:57 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 1 transfer | |
95 Northeast Regional | 3:53 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h54 | 9:47 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 4:52 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h57 | 11:49 PM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 4:52 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h24 | 11:16 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 7:19 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h01 | 1:20 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 7:53 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h46 | 2:39 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 Acela+ 85 Northeast Regional | 8:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h06 | 2:21 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 1 transfer | |
2163 Acela+ 85 Northeast Regional | 8:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h37 | 2:52 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 1 transfer | |
85 Northeast Regional | 8:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 5h59 | 2:21 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 8:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h30 | 2:52 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 8:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 6h26 | 2:52 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA
Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $122 (€97) but you can travel from only $65 (€52) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 284 miles (458 km) distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 284 miles (458 km) |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $122 (€97) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Jersey City, NJ and Richmond, VA from $65 (€52). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Richmond, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jersey City, NJ to Richmond, VA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: GRTC Route 19
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with access from Main Street.
- The Roosevelt
- Lemaire Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- The Berkeley Hotel
- Omni Richmond Hotel
- The Commonwealth
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: GRTC Pulse
- Several local bus lines available
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