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Compare bus, train, and flight for Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $118 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 13h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $118, while a train costs an average of $175.
Distance: 553 miles (891 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$175 Average price | $118 Average price Cheapest | $125 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 6m Average total duration Fastest 12h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 9m Average total duration 13h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA:
A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA costing on average $175.
A bus is $109 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA costing on average $227.
Other travel options to Richmond, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 6m.
Bus takes on average 14h 9m.
Tickets start at around $175 compared to roughly $125 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-50.42. The journey takes 12h 36m versus 8h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA
How to get from Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus6:30 PM11h40Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St6:10 AMRichmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA$951One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- FlixBus6:30 PM11h40Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St6:10 AMRichmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA$951One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- FlixBus6:30 PM11h40Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St6:10 AMRichmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA$951One-way0 transfers
Other options
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:25 PM13h30Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St6:55 AMRichmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA$1201One-way1 transfer
· 8:10 AM15h45Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St11:55 PMRichmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA$1201One-way1 transfer- FlixBus+9:25 PM18h35Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St4:00 PMRichmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA$1241One-way1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA:
A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA costing on average $175.
A bus is $109 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jacksonville, FL to Richmond, VA costing on average $227.
Other travel options to Richmond, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 6m.
Bus takes on average 14h 9m.
- Around 43 flights per day.
- Around 5 buses per day.
- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Jacksonville, FL and Richmond, VA as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL and arrive in Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA.
- Flights mostly depart from Jacksonville International Airport and arrive in Richmond International Airport.
- Buses mostly depart from Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St and arrive in Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Richmond, VA by bus.
- Travel with Amtrak to go to Richmond, VA by train.
- 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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