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The cheapest and fastest trains from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$16

Average price

$26

Fastest journey

47 m

Average duration

49 m

Trains per day

Distance

74 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Williamsburg, VA for Richmond, VA on Wed, Jul 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .

On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 50 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.

09:07PM0h50

Williamsburg, VA

09:57PMRichmond, VA

$161One-way

0 transfers

01:52PM0h47

Williamsburg, VA

02:39PMRichmond, VA

$241One-way

0 transfers

11:01AM0h50

Williamsburg, VA

11:51AMRichmond, VA

$381One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €8.

Distance: 45 miles (73 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€14 Average price Cheapest	€20 Average price
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, July 15

Last updated at 7:49 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
174 Northeast Regional	10:01 AM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA	0h50	10:51 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
174 Northeast Regional	10:01 AM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA	1h23	11:24 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
186 Northeast Regional	8:02 PM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA	0h50	8:52 PM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
186 Northeast Regional	8:02 PM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA	1h25	9:27 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA?

The best time to book your train from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA.

Trains

from $13

Journey information

Overview: Train from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA

USA

Trains from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $11 (€8) 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 $11 (€8)

Distance

45 miles (73 km)

Average train duration

56m

Cheapest ticket price

$13 (€10)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

47m

First train

06:01

Last train

19:59

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $11 (€8)

Train companies: Amtrak from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA trains

Find the best trains to Richmond, VA from Williamsburg, VA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak from $16 (€13). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Amtrak from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA train information:

Average Duration: 47 min
Cheapest Price: $16
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA

FAQs: Travel by train from Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA.

Cheap train tickets from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA can start from as little as $12 (€10) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA is $17 (€13); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA train travel time is 47 min for the 45 mile (73 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA leaves at 6: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA leaves at 7: 59 PM.

Yes, there are 4 direct trains a day from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, 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 7: 59 PM.

A day trip to Richmond, VA from Williamsburg, VA is worth doing with a journey time of 47 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA by train is June.

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

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Williamsburg, VA to Richmond, VA

Williamsburg

Richmond

The major train station for departures in Williamsburg is Williamsburg Transportation Center. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Williamsburg Transportation Center for your trip from Williamsburg to Richmond.

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