The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA 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 Herndon, VA will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA without transferring at least once.
94 Northeast Regional · 171 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional · 171 Northeast Regional
40 Floridian · 171 Northeast Regional
40 Floridian · 171 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional · 171 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional · 171 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €384.
Distance: 98 miles (158 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €384 Average price |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
94 Northeast Regional · 171 Northeast Regional | 4:06 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h34 | 10:40 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 1 transfer | |
94 Northeast Regional · 171 Northeast Regional | 4:06 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 6h34 | 10:40 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 1 transfer | |
40 Floridian · 171 Northeast Regional | 5:52 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 4h48 | 10:40 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Nov 05
Nov 06
Nov 07
Nov 08
Nov 09
Nov 10
Nov 11
Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA
Distance 98 miles (158 km) |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 34m |
First train 09:42 |
Last train 13:01 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA start from as low as $41 (€34) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $41 (€34) depending on the train type and class.
FAQs: Trains from Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Richmond, VA to Herndon, 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
Most popular train connections from Richmond, VA
More options for your journey from Richmond, VA to Herndon, VA
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
