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12/13/2025
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Richmond, VA to Washington, DC by train

The journey from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC by train is 95.6 mi and takes 2 hr 33 min. There are 13 connections per day, with the first departure at 4:52 AM and the last at 5:35 PM. It is possible to travel from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC by train for as little as $18.59 or as much as $132.92. The best price for this journey is $18.59.

Lowest Price $18.59
Journey Duration 2 hr 33 min
Connection per Day 13
Lowest Price $18.59
Highest Price $132.92
First Departure 4:52 AM
Last Departure 5:35 PM
Distance 95.6 mi
Departure Richmond, VA
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Amtrak

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $11.07 to $36.19 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 69% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC

The cheapest Richmond, VA - Washington, DC train tickets can be found for as low as $19.00 if you’re lucky, or $27.94 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $47.40.

Find the best day to travel to Washington, DC by train

When travelling to Washington, DC by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC
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Richmond, VA to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
10.77kg
Bus
11.54kg
Flight
30.77kg
Car
24.62kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Richmond, VA and Washington, DC are 10.77kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Richmond, VA and Washington, DC? By taking the train between Richmond, VA and Washington, DC you will save 20kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.77kg compared to a bus and 13.85kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC?
A train ticket from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC is $46.92. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $18.59.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC is $18.59. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Richmond, VA and Washington, DC by train?
Richmond, VA to Washington, DC is 95.6 mi.
How long does the train between Richmond, VA and Washington, DC take?
Richmond, VA to Washington, DC is on average 2 hr 33 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hr 17 min.
How many train connections per day go from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC?
Richmond, VA to Washington, DC has 13 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest train from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC departs at 4:52 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC depart?
The latest train from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC departs at 5:35 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $18.59 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC?
There are on average 12 direct connection(s) from Richmond, VA to go to Washington, DC.
What's the fastest journey time between Richmond, VA to Washington, DC by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Richmond, VA and Washington, DC is 2 hr 17 min.
Is there a direct train from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct train between Richmond, VA and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Richmond, VA to Washington, DC by train?
The train journey from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC creates 10.77kg of CO2 emissions.

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