How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Buffalo?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Buffalo start from £88. The average price for this train route is around £209. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to Buffalo?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Buffalo is 16h 50m, covering a distance of 371 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Buffalo route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Richmond to Buffalo departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 14:11.

Train Richmond to Buffalo from £105 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Buffalo on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:11	Staples Mill Road	1d 1h	15:19	Depew Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:11	Staples Mill Road	1d 1h	15:19	Depew Station	No tags
Train	14:11	Staples Mill Road	1d 1h	15:32	Exchange Street Station	No tags
Train	14:11	Staples Mill Road	1d 1h	15:32	Exchange Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Buffalo on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	16h 29m	21:21	Depew Station	Cheapest
Train	06:05	Staples Mill Road	15h 16m	21:21	Depew Station	Fastest
Train	05:35	Main Street Station	15h 46m	21:21	Depew Station	No tags
Train	05:35	Main Street Station	15h 46m	21:21	Depew Station	No tags
Train	06:54	Main Street Station	17h 35m	00:29	Depew Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 03:22 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Buffalo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 17 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

17h 35mAverage duration

377 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£61 - £318	Average duration17h 35m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£88 - £582	Average duration16h 50m	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Buffalo, NY?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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Buffalo, NY

A
Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,632 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5632 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 £88

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 Buffalo, NY by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Buffalo?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Buffalo start from £88. The average price for this train route is around £209. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Buffalo?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Buffalo is 16h 50m, covering a distance of 371 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Buffalo route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Buffalo?
The earliest train from Richmond to Buffalo departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 14:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/12

£236

08/12

£210

Today

£172

10/12

£180

11/12

No data

12/12

No data

13/12

£140

14/12

£127

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £127

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 Buffalo, NY as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £127 to £696 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £127, which is on 2025-12-14.