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The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

Showing times and prices for Jun 24

Cheapest price

$66

Average price

$97

Fastest journey

4 h 41 m

Average duration

4 h 45 m

Trains per day

Distance

333 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Richmond, VA on Tue, Jun 24, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jun 24 the direct trains cover the 333 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 41 m .

On Tue, Jun 24 the slowest trains will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

09:34PM4h47

Philadelphia, PA

02:21AMRichmond, VA

$661One-way

0 transfers

05:02PM4h45

Philadelphia, PA

09:47PMRichmond, VA

$671One-way

0 transfers

09:39AM4h50

Philadelphia, PA

02:29PMRichmond, VA

$711One-way

0 transfers

08:29PM4h41

Philadelphia, PA

01:10AMRichmond, VA

$1191One-way

0 transfers

09:45AM4h44

Philadelphia, PA

02:29PMRichmond, VA

$1611One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€78 Average price	€50 Average price Cheapest
5h 21m Average duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 6m Average duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA train times

Showing trains for today, Monday, June 23

Last updated at 12:57 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
67 Northeast Regional	8:39 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	4h50	1:29 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
67 Northeast Regional	8:39 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	5h21	2:00 PM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
89 Palmetto	11:30 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	4h41	4:11 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
79 Carolinian	12:36 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	4h52	5:28 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
141 Northeast Regional	1:44 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	4h55	6:39 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian	1:44 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	6h08	7:52 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	1 transfer
2151 Acela+41 Floridian	2:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	5h42	7:52 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	1 transfer
95 Northeast Regional	4:01 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	4h51	8:52 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
125 Northeast Regional	5:03 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	5h51	10:54 PM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
125 Northeast Regional	5:03 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	5h18	10:21 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
93 Northeast Regional	7:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	4h51	12:20 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
2163 Acela+85 Northeast Regional	8:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	5h11	1:21 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	1 transfer
2163 Acela+85 Northeast Regional	8:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	5h42	1:52 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA	1 transfer
97 Silver Meteor	8:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	5h24	1:39 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
85 Northeast Regional	8:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	5h19	1:52 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
85 Northeast Regional	8:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA	4h48	1:21 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

USA

Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

206 miles (332 km)

Average train duration

4h 51m

Cheapest ticket price

$33 (€27)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 28m

First train

09:20

Last train

21:36

Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA trains

Travel to Richmond, VA from Philadelphia, PA from $39 (€31) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 4 h 27 min
Cheapest Price: $39
Amtrak frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

FAQs: Travel by train from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA.

Cheap train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA can start from as little as $39 (€32) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA is $81 (€66); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA train time is 4 h 22 min covering the 206 mile (332 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA leaves at 1: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA leaves at 8: 55 PM.

There are 15 trains a day from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 55 PM.

A trip to Richmond, VA from Philadelphia, PA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 22 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA is February.

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

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

Philadelphia

Richmond

The major train station for departures in Philadelphia is 30th Street Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at 30th Street Station for your trip from Philadelphia to Richmond.

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