How to travel from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA

There are 3 options to travel between Baltimore, MD and Richmond, VA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA is a bus with an average price of €29.

This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA:

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA costing on average €47.

A bus is €379 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA costing on average €409.

The fastest way to travel from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Richmond, VA take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 35m.

Flight takes on average 10h 36m.

The distance from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA is approximately 128 miles (207 km).

The average frequency per day from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA is:

• Around 18 buses per day.
• Around 17 flights per day.
• Around 15 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Baltimore, MD and Richmond, VA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA:

• Flights mostly depart from Baltimore/Washington International Airport and arrive in Richmond International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD and arrive in Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA.
• Buses mostly depart from Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) and arrive in Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound, Maryland Transit to go to Richmond, VA by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Richmond, VA by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA with the following travel companies:

• 13 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.
• 10 direct trains per day with Amtrak.

Omio customers who travel from Baltimore, MD to Richmond, VA often also extend their vacation to go to Washington, DC, New York, NY, Alexandria, VA, Charlottesville, VA, Norfolk, VA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Richmond, VA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Richmond, VA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Richmond, VA, visitors can explore the American Civil War Museum to delve into Civil War history, enjoy outdoor activities at Belle Isle, and take a scenic stroll along the Richmond Canal Walk. The Science Museum of Virginia offers interactive exhibits on science and technology. For shopping and dining, Carytown is known for its unique boutiques and eateries. Key sights include the Virginia State Capitol, designed by Thomas Jefferson, and Maymont, a Victorian estate with gardens and a nature center. Visitors can also visit Hollywood Cemetery, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden for themed displays, and St. John's Church, famous for Patrick Henry's "Give me liberty, or give me death!" speech.

Typically, spending two to three days in Richmond, VA is ideal to explore its historical sites, vibrant arts scene, and diverse culinary offerings.