How much is the train ticket from Baltimore to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Baltimore to Richmond start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Baltimore to Richmond?

The average train ride duration from Baltimore to Richmond is 3h 56m, covering a distance of 117 miles (189 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Baltimore to Richmond route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Baltimore to Richmond?

The earliest train departs from Baltimore to Richmond at 5:39am. And the latest train departs at 6:03pm.

What is the best train operator from Baltimore to Richmond?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Baltimore to Richmond?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Baltimore to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Baltimore to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Baltimore to Richmond from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Baltimore to Richmond on March 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:13am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 2m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
6:20am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 40m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
11:13am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 22m	2:35pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Richmond on March 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:13am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 2m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
6:20am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 40m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:20am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 40m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Richmond on March 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:13am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 2m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
6:20am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 40m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
11:13am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 22m	2:35pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Richmond on March 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:03pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 2m	9:05pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
11:13am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 2m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
6:20am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 40m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Richmond on March 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:54pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 41m	4:35pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	5:55am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 8m	9:03am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	5:55am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 37m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	11:19am	Penn Station	4h 38m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	5:55am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 37m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Richmond on March 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:54pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 41m	4:35pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	5:55am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 8m	9:03am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	5:55am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 37m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	11:19am	Penn Station	4h 38m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	5:55am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 37m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Richmond on March 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:52pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 28m	8:20pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
11:13am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 2m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
6:20am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 40m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:20am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 40m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Richmond on March 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:13am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 2m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
6:20am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 40m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:20am	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	3h 40m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
2:34pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	4h 15m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:13 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Baltimore 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 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

128 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $80	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $153	Average Duration3h 56m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

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

Baltimore

A
Penn Station
7 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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B
Baltimore Airport
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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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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,768 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5768 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $21

Amtrak Baltimore Richmond recent customer reviews

The wait was rather long they kept changing the time the train would arrive which made me miss a funeral that was the worst of it but I would say make sure that the train are service properly before it leaves Station

Letitia A.

June 12, 2022

My train was an hour and 30 min late

Talum S.

November 23, 2023

Amtrak Acela

4.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Baltimore to Richmond, VA, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Baltimore to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Baltimore to Richmond start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Baltimore to Richmond?
The average train ride duration from Baltimore to Richmond is 3h 56m, covering a distance of 117 miles (189 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Baltimore to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Baltimore to Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Baltimore to Richmond at 5:39am. And the latest train departs at 6:03pm.
What is the best train operator from Baltimore to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Baltimore to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Baltimore to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Baltimore to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/15

$102

03/16

$24

Today

$24

03/18

$24

03/19

$41

03/20

$24

03/21

$24

03/22

$24

The cheapest trip from Baltimore to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Mar 16, 2026 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $345 for a train ticket from Baltimore to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-03-18.