How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Durham?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Durham start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $97. 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 Durham?

The average train trip from Richmond to Durham takes 8h 19m and covers 216 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Durham 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 Durham?

The earliest train from Richmond to Durham departs at 6:54am. The latest train departs at 1:36pm.

Train Richmond to Durham from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Durham on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:36pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 25m	6:01pm	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:36pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 25m	6:01pm	Durham Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:00 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

216 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $193	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $238	Average Duration8h 19m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5620 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $56

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, 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 Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Durham start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $97. 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 Durham?
The average train trip from Richmond to Durham takes 8h 19m and covers 216 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Durham 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 Durham?
The earliest train from Richmond to Durham departs at 6:54am. The latest train departs at 1:36pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-30

$183

12-01

$165

Today

$91

12-03

$55

12-04

No data

12-05

$52

12-06

$52

12-07

No data

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $52

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 Durham, NC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $230 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-12-05.