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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Union Station | Main Street Station | No tags | |||||
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Compare 2 ways to go 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, 19 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $148, 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
- ARichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- B1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5754 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 $239
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Richmond start from $239. The average price for this train route is around $408. 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?
The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to Richmond is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 2277 miles (3672 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Richmond at 5:19pm. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.
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 Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $364To 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 $364 to $2,913 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 $366 which is on 2026-02-04.
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