How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Philadelphia start from CA$45. The average price for this train route is around CA$92. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Philadelphia is 5h 23m, covering a distance of 205 miles (330 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 49m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Philadelphia?

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Philadelphia at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 6:21pm.

Train Richmond to Philadelphia from CA$42 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on May 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	10:23pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:21pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 54m	11:15pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	10:23pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:21pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 54m	11:15pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on May 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:58am	Staples Mill Road	5h 4m	11:02am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:21pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 54m	11:15pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 16m	9:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 16m	9:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:58am	Staples Mill Road	5h 4m	11:02am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on June 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 59m	10:25pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 37m	6:29pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on June 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 59m	10:25pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 37m	6:29pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on June 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 59m	10:25pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 37m	6:29pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on June 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 59m	10:25pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 37m	6:29pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on June 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:06pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 25m	8:31pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 37m	6:29pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on June 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	10:23pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:21pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 54m	11:15pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 23m	9:15am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:58am	Staples Mill Road	5h 4m	11:02am	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:25 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

5h 23mAverage Duration

205 milesDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCA$53 - CA$306	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCA$45 - CA$490	Average Duration5h 23m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,812 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5812 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CA$45

Amtrak Richmond Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Convenient from point A to point B, and reasonably priced.

Tina W.

July 18, 2023

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Richmond to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Philadelphia start from CA$45. The average price for this train route is around CA$92. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Philadelphia is 5h 23m, covering a distance of 205 miles (330 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Philadelphia at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 6:21pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05/28

CA$176

05/29

CA$176

Today

CA$107

05/31

CA$176

06/01

CA$107

06/02

CA$87

06/03

CA$87

06/04

CA$107

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of CA$87

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

You can expect to pay from CA$87 to CA$762 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$87 which is on 2026-06-02.