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Compare bus and train for Richmond, VA to Akron, OH
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Akron, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €90. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €90, and a train costs an average of €172.
Distance: 326 miles (525 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€172 Average price | €106 Average price Cheapest |
15h 8m Average total duration Fastest 14h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 48m Average total duration 17h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond, VA to Akron, OH
Trains from Richmond, VA to Akron, OH run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $211 (€172) but you can travel from only $111 (€90) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 12:52. The fastest train covers the 326 miles (525 km) distance in 14h 38m.
Distance 326 miles (525 km) |
Average train duration 14h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $211 (€172) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 14h 38m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 12:52 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Richmond, VA to Akron, OH start from as low as $211 (€172) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $211 (€172) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 5 daily trains from Richmond, VA to Akron, OH with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 14h 38m but the average duration is 14h 38m
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA and arrive in Alliance Station, Alliance, OH
- First train typically departs at 01:15 AM and the last at 12:52 PM
FAQs: Trains from Richmond, VA to Akron, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Richmond, VA to Akron, OH
- 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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