How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Richmond start from €52. The average price for this train route is around €105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Boston to Richmond?

The average train journey time from Boston to Richmond is 12h 24m, covering a distance of 759 km. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Richmond route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 29 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 05:05. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Train Boston to Richmond from €49 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 1 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 28m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 28m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	No tags
18:51	Back Bay Station	15h 9m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 2 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	20h 39m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 22m	16:47	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	12h 14m	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 3 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:50	South Station (Train Terminal)	20h 13m	09:03	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 22m	16:47	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	12h 14m	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	14h 47m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 5 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:50	Boston Route 128, MA	11h 5m	17:55	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
08:55	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 23m	19:18	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 7m	19:47	Main Street Station	No tags
08:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 7m	19:47	Main Street Station	No tags
18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 6 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:01	Boston Route 128, MA	14h 28m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 22m	16:47	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	12h 14m	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 7 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:36	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 44m	20:20	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 22m	16:47	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	12h 14m	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 8 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:25	Boston Route 128, MA	10h 22m	16:47	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	12h 14m	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	15h 15m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	09:25	Boston Route 128, MA	12h 14m	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 12 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just €52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29train per day

12h 24mAverage duration

759 kmDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€56 - €222	Average duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€52 - €546	Average duration12h 24m	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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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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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,781 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5781 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 €52

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, 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 Boston to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Richmond start from €52. The average price for this train route is around €105. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Boston to Richmond is 12h 24m, covering a distance of 759 km. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 29 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 05:05. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/03

€162

31/03

€162

Today

€204

02/04

€336

03/04

€242

04/04

No data

05/04

€325

06/04

€264

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 30 Mar 2026 with a price of €162

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 €162 to €887 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 €242, which is on 2026-04-03.