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Compare bus, train, and flight for Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €122. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €122, and a train costs an average of €207.
Distance: 375 miles (605 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€252 Average price | €168 Average price Cheapest | €172 Average price |
22h 39m Average total duration 22h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 0m Average total duration 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY trains for today, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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![]() | 6:12 PM Richmond, VA | 25h40 | 7:52 PM Buffalo, NY | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY
Trains from Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 22h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $261 (€207) but you can travel from only $155 (€122) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 14:12. The fastest train covers the 375 miles (605 km) distance in 15h 37m.
Distance 375 miles (605 km) |
Average train duration 22h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $261 (€207) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 15h 37m |
First train 03:52 |
Last train 14:12 |
FAQs: Trains from Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
- Liberty Hound
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
- Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
- The Westin Buffalo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Empire Service and Maple Leaf trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor Station
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