The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, DE to Richmond, VA
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, DE to Richmond, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, DE to Richmond, VA will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newark, DE for Richmond, VA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Newark, DE to Richmond, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, DE to Richmond, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £145.
Distance: 280 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£101 Average Price | £250 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newark, DE to Richmond, VA train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:04 Newark, DE | 4h48 | 01:52 Richmond, VA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, DE to Richmond, VA
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 17:34 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newark, DE to Richmond, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newark, DE and Richmond, VA from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newark, DE to Richmond, VA train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newark, DE and Richmond, VA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station entrance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station has a single main hall with access to platforms and ticketing.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: GRTC Route 19
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with access from Main Street.
- The Roosevelt
- Lemaire Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- The Berkeley Hotel
- Omni Richmond Hotel
- The Commonwealth
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: GRTC Pulse
- Several local bus lines available
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