Trains tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA

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TodayJul 28
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TomorrowJul 29
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WedJul 30
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ThuJul 31
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FriAug 1
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Philadelphia.

Bus
Average Price$37 - $171Average Duration7h
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$32 - $299Average Duration5h 3m
30kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Richmond to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day
5h 3mAverage Duration
$32Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Train Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$51
Average train trip duration5h 3m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure4:52am
Distance206 miles (332 km)
Latest train departure5:35pm

Richmond to Philadelphia 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
07/26
$122
07/27
$170
Today
$73
07/29
$73
07/30
$73
07/31
$79
08/01
$105
08/02
$73
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of $73

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 $73 to $587 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 $73 which is on 2025-07-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Richmond and Philadelphia is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Philadelphia.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Philadelphia, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Richmond and Philadelphia 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.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Richmond to Philadelphia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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