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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 697, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Richmond, VA, US?
Los Angeles, US
- A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - B571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
Richmond, VA, US
- A1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
- BRichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5636 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 4 116
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Richmond start from R 4 116. The average price for this train route is around R 10 069. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Richmond is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3666 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Richmond departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 8 396To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 8 396 to R 41 596 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 8 396, which is on 2025-12-14.
