How to travel from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA

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

The cheapest way to travel from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA is a bus with an average price of $50 (€42).

This is compared to other travel options from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA:

A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA costing on average $68 (€57).

A bus is $382 (€320) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA costing on average $431 (€361).

The fastest way to travel from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 8m.

Other travel options to Richmond, VA take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 52m.

Train takes on average 5h 20m.

The distance from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA is approximately 134 miles (216 km).

The average frequency per day from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA is:

• Around 23 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA:

• Flights mostly depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and arrive in Richmond International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Durham Station, Durham, NC and arrive in Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA.
• Buses mostly depart from Durham 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 Durham, NC to Richmond, VA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Richmond, VA by bus.
• Travel with American Airlines, piedmont airlines, Republic Airlines, skywest airlines, psa airlines to go to Richmond, VA by flight.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Richmond, VA by train.

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

• 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.
• 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.

Omio customers who travel from Durham, NC to Richmond, VA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC. 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.