How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Richmond cost?

The average train ticket price from Boston to Richmond is R 2 641. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Richmond is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Boston to Richmond?

A train trip between Boston and Richmond is around 11h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 41m. This is the time it takes to travel the 764 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Boston and Richmond?

The number of trains from Boston to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 41. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Richmond by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Boston to Richmond?

When taking the train from Boston to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to Richmond?

Trains travelling between Boston and Richmond leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Staples Mill Road, Main Street Station.

Train Boston to Richmond from R 1 283 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 2m	09:03	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 2m	09:03	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	18h 26m	13:27	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	18h 26m	13:27	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	18:51	Back Bay Station	14h 41m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	18:51	Back Bay Station	14h 41m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:55	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 23m	19:18	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 8m	16:58	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 56m	17:31	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 56m	17:31	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 7m	19:47	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 7m	19:47	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 8m	16:58	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 28m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 8m	16:58	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 56m	17:31	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 7m	19:47	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 7m	19:47	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 23m	19:18	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 28m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 1m	21:21	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 38m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 28m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 1m	21:21	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 38m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:36	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 44m	20:20	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 1m	21:21	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 38m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 22m	16:47	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 1m	21:21	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 38m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 22m	16:47	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:20	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 1m	21:21	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	10:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 32m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	10h 47m	21:52	Main Street Station	No tags
	Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:19	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 38m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:59 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston 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 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

13h 15mAverage duration

763 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 110 - R 4 098	Average duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 277 - R 11 971	Average duration11h 1m	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Richmond, VA, US?

Stops in Boston, MA, US

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

Stops in Richmond, VA, US

A - Staples Mill Road

B - Main Street Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Richmond, VA, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Richmond cost?
The average train ticket price from Boston to Richmond is R 2 641. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Richmond is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Boston to Richmond?
A train trip between Boston and Richmond is around 11h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 41m. This is the time it takes to travel the 764 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Boston and Richmond?
The number of trains from Boston to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 41. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Richmond by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Boston to Richmond?
When taking the train from Boston to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Boston to Richmond?
Trains travelling between Boston and Richmond leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Staples Mill Road, Main Street Station.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

R 3 181

13/11

R 4 165

Today

R 6 415

15/11

R 4 165

16/11

R 6 415

17/11

R 2 267

18/11

R 2 267

19/11

R 2 267

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 267

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 267 to R 16 712 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 267, which is on 2025-11-17.