How much is the train ticket from Atlanta to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Richmond start from R 1 873. The average price for this train route is around R 2 835. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Richmond?

The average train journey time from Atlanta to Richmond is 17h 18m, covering a distance of 754 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Richmond 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 Atlanta to Richmond?

The earliest train from Atlanta to Richmond departs at 23:00. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Train Atlanta to Richmond from R 1 824 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 28m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 28m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 28m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 28m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:12 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta 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 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 985, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

11h 10mAverage duration

757 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 985 - R 3 247	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 873 - R 18 353	Average duration17h 18m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 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 R 1 873

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Atlanta to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Richmond start from R 1 873. The average price for this train route is around R 2 835. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Atlanta to Richmond is 17h 18m, covering a distance of 754 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Richmond 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 Atlanta to Richmond?
The earliest train from Atlanta to Richmond departs at 23:00. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/11

R 12 661

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R 4 893

Today

R 2 017

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R 2 017

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R 2 122

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R 2 017

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R 2 122

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The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 02 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 017

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 017 to R 16 782 for a train ticket from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 017, which is on 2025-12-03.