Train New York, NY - Richmond, VA prices from $36.98

Train from New York, NY, to Richmond, VA

The train from New York, NY, and Richmond, VA, lasts on average 6 hr 41 min. Around 5 trains depart a day between New York, NY, and Richmond, VA, the average price is $158.52 and the lowest ticket pricing starts at around $36.98.

Amtrak, the largest passenger railroad service in the US, operates the train from New York to Richmond. The Northeast Regional, the Silver Service, the Palmetto, and the Carolinian connect the two cities. 

1. Northeast Regional is the most popular train due to its price and frequency. It runs around six times a day, unlike long-distance lines, Carolinian, and Palmetto, which run only once daily. It serves 50 cities between Boston and Virginia beach, making it a convenient option for passengers who need to make connections. 
2. The Silver Service is a long-distance Amtrak service connecting New York and Miami and serving many smaller cities. All trains have sleeping cars and offer night connections - the journey takes about nine hours, which makes this option tempting. Both Silver Service trains have Viewliner sleeping cars, with the possibility of booking a smaller roomette or a more comfortable bedroom. Still, unlike the Silver Star, the Silver Meteor has a dining car, which also means that the sleeping cars get inclusive room service. 

If you opt for the sleeping car, keep in mind that you must book the entire unit alone or with someone. Also, the coach has comfortable reclining seats, perfect for getting some shut-eye, so give it a chance.

You will start your journey at New Yorks Penn Station's newest addition - Moynihan Train Hall. Recently opened in 2021, the new transportation facility and architectural marvel is situated across 8th Avenue from Penn Station. Fun fact or a warning, Penn station is said to be the busiest train station in the western hemisphere, so keep your eyes peeled on your belongings and take a deep breath before you step into the station.

Amtrak's station in Richmond is located at 7519 Staples Mill Rd, north of the city center, and it is the busiest station in the Southeast of the US, serving as a connecting point between the North and South of the Atlantic coast of the United States. Northeast Regional train service connects it to Boston, and the Silver Service line goes from New York to Miami. In addition, the station features modern amenities such as a full-service café, convenient ticketing kiosks, comfortable seating areas with access to power outlets, and safe bike storage along with many other features.

If you are wondering what to do in Richmond, you will be happy to know that this historic city has plenty to offer. Lovers of the American Revolution and the civil war will want to visit the Virginia State Capitol, which Thomas Jefferson designed. Art buffs are not left short-handed, thanks to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, which boasts masterpieces from Cezanne, Degas, and Renoir and a fantastic collection of the stunning Fabergé Eggs. And for anyone who enjoys nature, you'll love exploring Maymont Park's gardens and trails with its lovely grounds overlooking the James River. 

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