The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
333 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Richmond, VA for Philadelphia, PA every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 333 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.
16:064h50Richmond, VA20:56Philadelphia, PA£241One-way0 changes
11:054h43Richmond, VA15:48Philadelphia, PA£311One-way0 changes
12:275h00Richmond, VA17:27Philadelphia, PA£311One-way0 changes
20:085h23Richmond, VA1:31Philadelphia, PA£491One-way0 changes
21:415h10Richmond, VA2:51Philadelphia, PA£871One-way0 changes
11:054h43Richmond, VA15:48Philadelphia, PA£311One-way0 changes
22:354h50Richmond, VA3:25Philadelphia, PA£1031One-way0 changes
16:064h50Richmond, VA20:56Philadelphia, PA£241One-way0 changes
12:275h00Richmond, VA17:27Philadelphia, PA£311One-way0 changes
21:415h10Richmond, VA2:51Philadelphia, PA£871One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA 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 59m. 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 £55.
Distance: 333 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £252 Average Price |
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:05 Richmond, VA | 4h43 | 15:48 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:27 Richmond, VA | 5h00 | 17:27 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:06 Richmond, VA | 4h50 | 20:56 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:41 Richmond, VA | 5h10 | 2:51 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 18:21. The fastest train covers the 333 km distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 333 km |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 3:52 |
Last train 18:21 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Richmond, VA and Philadelphia, PA from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Richmond, VA and Philadelphia, PA
- 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
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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