Trains tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US

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TodayJul 29
TomorrowJul 30
from $553
ThuJul 31
from $433
FriAug 1
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin, TX
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Austin.

Bus
Average Price$104 - $378Average Duration1d 18h
51kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$206 - $1,244Average Duration2d 11h
185kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Austin

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day
1d 18hAverage Duration
$104Cheapest ticket
51kgCO₂ emissions

Train Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$478
Average train trip duration2d 11h
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure4:52am
Distance1262 miles (2034 km)
Latest train departure12:52pm

Richmond to Austin Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/27
$496
07/28
No data
Today
$417
07/30
$533
07/31
$417
08/01
No data
08/02
No data
08/03
$505
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of $417

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 Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $417 to $2,842 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $417 which is on 2025-07-31.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Austin you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Richmond and Austin compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Richmond to Austin.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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