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Next departures for Boston to Richmond on July 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 35m	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
8:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 32m	7:27pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 16m	7:56pm	Main Street Station	No tags
8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 16m	7:56pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 40m	6:15pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 40m	6:15pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on July 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:50am	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 5m	5:55pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
8:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 32m	7:27pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
8:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 16m	7:56pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 40m	6:15pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 40m	6:15pm	Main Street Station	No tags
10:15am	Boston Route 128, MA	11h	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
10:15am	Boston Route 128, MA	11h	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:50am	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 5m	5:55pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on July 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:01pm	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 28m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 27m	4:52pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on July 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:37am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 28m	9:05pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 27m	4:52pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on July 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:01pm	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 28m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 27m	4:52pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Richmond on July 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:57pm	Back Bay Station	20h 6m	9:03am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 27m	4:52pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	12h 44m	6:54pm	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	5:14am	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 43m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just A$91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day

13h 35mAverage Duration

762 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceA$91 - A$432	Average Duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceA$89 - A$1,067	Average Duration12h 29m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Richmond, VA, US?

Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,844 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5844 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 A$89

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Richmond start at A$89. The average price for this train route is around A$206. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Boston to Richmond?
The average train trip from Boston to Richmond takes 12h 29m and covers 756 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Richmond route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 31 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Richmond?
The earliest train from Boston to Richmond departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 7:01pm.

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

Best price found

07-15

A$269

07-16

A$381

Today

A$538

07-18

A$178

07-19

A$450

07-20

A$360

07-21

A$153

07-22

No data

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jul 21, 2026 with a price of A$153

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

You can expect to pay from A$153 to A$1,176 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$153 which is on 2026-07-21.

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Richmond, VA, US?

Boston, MA, US

Back Bay Station

North Station

South Station

Richmond, VA, US

Staples Mill Road

Main Street Station

Train companies

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US by train

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Richmond?

How long is the train ride from Boston to Richmond?

Which train operators serve the Boston to Richmond route?

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Richmond?

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