How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Danville?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Danville start at $121. The average price for this train route is around $184. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Richmond to Danville?

The average train trip from Richmond to Danville takes 19h 30m and covers 204 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Danville route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Danville?

The earliest train from Richmond to Danville departs at 3:52am. The latest train departs at 11:06am.

Train Richmond to Danville from $115 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Danville on February 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Danville on February 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	Cheapest
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	Fastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Danville on February 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Danville on February 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Danville on February 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Danville on February 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	19h 30m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	12h 16m	11:22pm	Danville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 8:00 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Danville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Danville. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

204 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $43	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$121 - $266	Average Duration19h 30m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,758 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5758 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $121

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Danville, VA, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Danville?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Danville start at $121. The average price for this train route is around $184. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Richmond to Danville?
The average train trip from Richmond to Danville takes 19h 30m and covers 204 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Danville route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Danville?
The earliest train from Richmond to Danville departs at 3:52am. The latest train departs at 11:06am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02-09

$204

02-10

$147

Today

$147

02-12

$215

02-13

$229

02-14

$154

02-15

$136

02-16

$136

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Danville, VA, US was searched and found on Feb 15, 2026 with a price of $136

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Danville, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $136 to $994 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Danville, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $136 which is on 2026-02-15.