The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Richmond, VA
Cheapest price
€134
Average price
€152
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
461 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Richmond, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Richmond, VA will cost around €152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €134.
Of the 3 trains that leave New York, NY for Richmond, VA on Fri, Dec 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 461 km distance in an average of 6 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 7 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for New York, NY to Richmond, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Richmond, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €70.
Distance: 461 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€132 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €191 Average price |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
New York, NY to Richmond, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Richmond, VA trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89 Palmetto | 11:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h09 | 5:11 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 12:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h23 | 6:27 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 1:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h11 | 7:34 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 1:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h34 | 8:57 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 1 transfer | |
2151 Acela+ 41 Floridian | 2:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h57 | 8:57 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 1 transfer | |
95 Northeast Regional | 3:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h12 | 9:47 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 4:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h41 | 11:16 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 4:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h14 | 11:49 PM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 7:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h18 | 1:20 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 7:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h09 | 2:39 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 Acela+ 85 Northeast Regional | 8:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h52 | 2:52 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 1 transfer | |
2163 Acela+ 85 Northeast Regional | 8:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h21 | 2:21 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 1 transfer | |
85 Northeast Regional | 8:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h16 | 2:21 AM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 8:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h47 | 2:52 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
67 Northeast Regional | 4:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 10h06 | 2:29 PM Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 4:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 10h37 | 3:00 PM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Richmond, VA
Trains from New York, NY to Richmond, VA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €75 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 461 km distance in 5h 58m.
Distance 461 km |
Average train duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €75 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 5h 58m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from New York, NY to Richmond, VA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between New York, NY and Richmond, VA from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from New York, NY to Richmond, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Richmond, VA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Richmond, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Richmond, VA
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: GRTC Route 19
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with access from Main Street.
- The Roosevelt
- Lemaire Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- The Berkeley Hotel
- Omni Richmond Hotel
- The Commonwealth
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: GRTC Pulse
- Several local bus lines available
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