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The cheapest and fastest trains from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA

Showing times and prices for Jun 23

Cheapest price

$39

Average price

$39

Fastest journey

3 h 6 m

Average duration

3 h 6 m

Trains per day

Distance

153 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Virginia Beach, VA for Richmond, VA on Mon, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .

On Mon, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.

12:55PM3h06

Virginia Beach, VA

04:01PMRichmond, VA

$391One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 46m.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€44 Average price	€28 Average price Cheapest
3h 43m Average duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 16m Average duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, June 22

Last updated at 12:04 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
6088 AMTRAK · 88 Northeast Regional	9:15 AM Virginia Beach, VA	3h01	12:16 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA

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Trains from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $26 (€21)

Distance

94 miles (152 km)

Average train duration

3h 13m

Cheapest ticket price

$39 (€31)

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 57m

First train

05:15

Last train

21:22

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $26 (€21)

Train companies: Amtrak from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA trains

Find the best trains to Richmond, VA from Virginia Beach, VA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak from $39 (€31). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 59 min
Cheapest Price: $39

FAQs: Trains from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA

FAQs: Travel by train from Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA.

Cheap train tickets from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA can start from as little as $34 (€28) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA is $42 (€34); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA is 2 h 57 min to travel the 94 mile (152 km) long journey, with around there are 4 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA leaves at 5: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA leaves at 9: 22 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Richmond, VA. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Richmond, VA from Virginia Beach, VA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 22 PM.

A trip to Richmond, VA from Virginia Beach, VA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 57 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Virginia Beach, VA to Richmond, VA including taking a bus or train.