How to travel from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $37.

Distance: 51 miles (83 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is a bus with an average price of $21 (€18).

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

A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA costing on average $37 (€30).

The fastest way to travel from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 29m.

Other travel options to Fredericksburg, VA take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Richmond, VA and Fredericksburg, VA including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.42 (€-20.22). The journey takes 1h 6m versus 1h 2m 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.

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from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA

How to get from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Amtrak
    3:06 PM0h59
    Richmond, VA
    4:05 PMFredericksburg, VA
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Amtrak
    3:06 PM0h59
    Richmond, VA
    4:05 PMFredericksburg, VA
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak
    3:06 PM0h59
    Richmond, VA
    4:05 PMFredericksburg, VA
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak
    7:08 PM0h59
    Richmond, VA
    8:07 PMFredericksburg, VA
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA

Travel to Fredericksburg, 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 Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA.

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There are 2 options to travel between Richmond, VA and Fredericksburg, VA including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is a bus with an average price of $21 (€18).

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

A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA costing on average $37 (€30).

The fastest way to travel from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 29m.

Other travel options to Fredericksburg, VA take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 36m.

The distance from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is approximately 51 miles (83 km).
The average frequency per day from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA:
  • Buses mostly depart from Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA and arrive in Fredericksburg (Old Salem Church Rd Park & Ride Lot), VA.
  • Trains mostly depart from Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA and arrive in Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Fredericksburg, VA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Fredericksburg, VA by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 9 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Richmond, VA to Fredericksburg, VA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, Philadelphia, PA, Alexandria, VA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Fredericksburg, VA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Fredericksburg, VA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling visit to Fredericksburg, VA, plan to spend 2-3 days. This allows enough time to explore its historical sites, museums, and enjoy the local dining and shopping experiences.
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