How much does a train ticket from Richmond to Lynchburg cost?

The average train ticket price from Richmond to Lynchburg is $100. The best way to find train tickets from Richmond to Lynchburg 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 Richmond to Lynchburg?

A train trip between Richmond and Lynchburg is around 10h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 94 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Richmond and Lynchburg?

The number of trains from Richmond to Lynchburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Richmond to Lynchburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Richmond to Lynchburg?

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

Train Richmond to Lynchburg from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Lynchburg on August 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:42am	Main Street Station	12h 18m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 58m	8:50pm	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
9:42am	Main Street Station	12h 18m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	12h 18m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	12h 18m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Lynchburg on August 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:01am	Staples Mill Road	9h 53m	8:54pm	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	8h 2m	8:54pm	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	17h 8m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	17h 8m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags
11:01am	Staples Mill Road	9h 53m	8:54pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Lynchburg on August 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:01am	Staples Mill Road	9h 53m	8:54pm	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	8h 2m	8:54pm	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	17h 8m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	17h 8m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags
11:01am	Staples Mill Road	9h 53m	8:54pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Lynchburg on August 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:01am	Staples Mill Road	9h 53m	8:54pm	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	8h 2m	8:54pm	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	17h 8m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	17h 8m	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags
11:01am	Staples Mill Road	9h 53m	8:54pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Lynchburg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $130	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$46 - $202	Average Duration10h 59m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Lynchburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lynchburg. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 5mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Richmond, VA, US to Lynchburg, VA: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$100

Average train trip duration10h 59m

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure4:52am

Distance92 miles (148 km)

Latest train departure12:52pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,410 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5410 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 $46

Greyhound Richmond Lynchburg recent customer reviews

the bus broke down, we had to wait another hour is charlottesville; other passengers were stinky and loud.

Rosana F.

September 7, 2019

Very professional

Jean Pierre N.

May 15, 2021

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Richmond to Lynchburg Train

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

Best price found

08/19

$43

08/20

$65

Today

$59

08/22

$43

08/23

$43

08/24

$68

08/25

$71

08/26

$43

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Lynchburg, VA was searched and found on Aug 19, 2025 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $922 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Lynchburg, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-08-22.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Lynchburg you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Richmond and Lynchburg, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Richmond to Lynchburg.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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