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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Durham Station | Staples Mill Road | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Staples Mill Road | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5811 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 135
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Durham to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Richmond start from PEN 135. The average price for this train route is around PEN 189. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Durham to Richmond is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 136 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Richmond?
The earliest train from Durham to Richmond departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 09:37.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 28 May 2026 with a price of PEN 133To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 133 to PEN 444 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 151, which is on 2026-05-30.
