How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Richmond start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $125. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

Which train operators service the Pittsburgh to Richmond route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Pittsburgh to Richmond at 5:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Train Pittsburgh to Richmond from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Richmond on March 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:20am	Union Station	10h 32m	3:52pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	5:20am	Union Station	16h 19m	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	7:30am	Union Station	14h 9m	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	7:30am	Union Station	14h 22m	9:52pm	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	7:30am	Union Station	12h 50m	8:20pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh to Richmond

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 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

9h 50mAverage Duration

244 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $185	Average Duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $402	Average Duration14h 3m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

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

Pittsburgh

A
Intermodal Station
55 11th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
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Richmond, VA, US

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

Amtrak

4/55,776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5776 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 $51

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Richmond start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $125. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which train operators service the Pittsburgh to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Pittsburgh to Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Pittsburgh to Richmond at 5:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/22

$160

03/23

$127

Today

$126

03/25

$127

03/26

$70

03/27

$62

03/28

$104

03/29

$62

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Mar 27, 2026 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $791 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-03-27.