Train from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on April 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
30th Street StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
30th Street StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
30th Street StationNo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Staples Mill Road
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
30th Street StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:45 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 COP 115,763, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
5h 23mAverage Duration
204 milesDistance
30kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceCOP 137,039 - COP 497,262Average Duration6h 25m
8kg CO₂e
Average PriceCOP 115,763 - COP 1,661,852Average Duration5h 23m
30kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Philadelphia start from COP 115,763. The average price for this train route is around COP 215,512. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 204 miles (330 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Richmond to Philadelphia route?

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

  4. 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
04/18
COP 226,113
04/19
COP 637,563
Today
COP 278,008
04/21
COP 144,564
04/22
COP 226,113
04/23
COP 278,008
04/24
COP 396,624
04/25
COP 278,008
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Apr 21, 2026 with a price of COP 144,564

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 COP 144,564 to COP 1,352,968 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 COP 144,564 which is on 2026-04-21.

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