Train from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Richmond on 25 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
30th Street Station
Staples Mill RoadCheapest
Amtrak
30th Street Station
Staples Mill RoadFastest
Amtrak
30th Street Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
Amtrak
30th Street Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
Amtrak
30th Street Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
6h 5mAverage duration
208 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£29 - £104Average duration6h 5m
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£24 - £231Average duration5h 24m
30kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Richmond start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Richmond route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  3. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Richmond departs at 04:20. And the latest train departs at 16:36.

  4. Which is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.

  5. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  6. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  7. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
22/03
£132
23/03
£82
Today
£82
25/03
£47
26/03
£30
27/03
£82
28/03
£82
29/03
£54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 26 Mar 2026 with a price of £30

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

You can expect to pay from £30 to £570 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2026-03-26.

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