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

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Greensboro start from £30. The average price for this train route is around £94. 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 Greensboro?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Greensboro is 13h 19m, covering a distance of 166 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 36m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Greensboro route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Richmond to Greensboro departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 13:36.

Train Richmond to Greensboro from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Greensboro on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:36	Staples Mill Road	5h 36m	19:12	Greensboro Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:54	Main Street Station	12h 18m	19:12	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	06:54	Main Street Station	12h 18m	19:12	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	13:36	Staples Mill Road	5h 36m	19:12	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	19h 33m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Greensboro on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:36	Staples Mill Road	5h 36m	19:12	Greensboro Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:54	Main Street Station	12h 18m	19:12	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	06:54	Main Street Station	12h 18m	19:12	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	13:36	Staples Mill Road	5h 36m	19:12	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	19h 33m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Greensboro on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:36	Staples Mill Road	5h 36m	19:12	Greensboro Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:54	Main Street Station	12h 18m	19:12	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	06:54	Main Street Station	12h 18m	19:12	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	13:36	Staples Mill Road	5h 36m	19:12	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	19h 33m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Greensboro

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Greensboro. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

5h 5mAverage duration

165 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£24 - £104	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£30 - £542	Average duration13h 19m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Greensboro, NC?

Richmond, VA, US

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

A
Greensboro Station
234 A East Washington St , Greensboro, NC 27425
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,631 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5631 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 £30

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 Greensboro, NC 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 Greensboro?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Greensboro start from £30. The average price for this train route is around £94. 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 Greensboro?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Greensboro is 13h 19m, covering a distance of 166 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Greensboro route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Greensboro?
The earliest train from Richmond to Greensboro departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 13:36.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/12

£30

07/12

£38

Today

£30

09/12

£30

10/12

£28

11/12

£44

12/12

£30

13/12

£28

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Greensboro, NC was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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 Greensboro, NC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £28 to £704 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Greensboro, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-12-10.