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NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
Major contemporary art museum known for Latin American, CoBrA, and postwar collections, with strong rotating exhibitions in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
Cheapest price
$209
Average price
$209
Fastest journey
20 h 17 m
Average duration
20 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond, VA to Fort Lauderdale, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond, VA to Fort Lauderdale, FL will cost around $209 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $209.
Of the 1 trains that leave Richmond, VA for Fort Lauderdale, FL on Sat, Jun 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct trains cover the 1296 km distance in an average of 20 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 17 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest trains will take 20 h 17 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Fort Lauderdale, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $49, and a train costs an average of $208.
Distance: 805 miles (1296 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$259 Average price | $159 Average price Cheapest | $207 Average price | $192 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
25h 54m Average total duration 25h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 45m Average total duration 17h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, VA to Fort Lauderdale, FL:
A flight is $48 (€39) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Richmond, VA to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $207 (€167).
A flight is $100 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Fort Lauderdale, FL costing on average $259 (€209).
Other travel options to Fort Lauderdale, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 15m.
Train takes on average 25h 24m.
Tickets start at around $259 (€209) compared to roughly $192 (€155) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-66.96 (€-53.91). The journey takes 25h 24m versus 13h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Fort Lauderdale, FL trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:07 PM Richmond, VA | 25h24 | 9:31 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:07 PM Richmond, VA | 25h24 | 10:31 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 2:49 AM Richmond, VA | 20h17 | 11:06 PM Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Richmond, VA to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 25h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $208 (€167) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:54, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 805 miles (1296 km) distance in 20h 17m.
Distance 805 miles (1296 km) |
Average train duration 25h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $208 (€167) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 20h 17m |
First train 6:54 AM |
Last train 9:49 PM |
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Restaurants: 18-20% is standard. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Valet: USD 2-5. Tip on pre-tax total unless a service charge is included.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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