Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on July 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 4m	10:30pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 1m	7:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on July 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 1m	7:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 1m	7:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on July 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 4m	10:30pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 1m	7:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on July 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:41pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 13m	9:54pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 1m	7:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on July 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	10:23pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:21pm	Staples Mill Road	4h 56m	11:17pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 16m	9:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 16m	9:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:58am	Staples Mill Road	5h 6m	11:04am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:58am	Staples Mill Road	5h 6m	11:04am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 1m	7:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 1m	7:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Philadelphia on July 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:26pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 4m	10:30pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	9:20am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:54am	Staples Mill Road	4h 53m	10:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	4h 57m	3:58pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 1m	7:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:44 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R$195, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

5h 35mAverage Duration

333 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$195 - R$823	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$165 - R$1,773	Average Duration5h 23m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,843 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5843 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R$165

Amtrak Richmond Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Convenient from point A to point B, and reasonably priced.

Tina W.

July 18, 2023

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Richmond to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Philadelphia start at R$165. The average price for this train route is around R$339. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Richmond to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Richmond to Philadelphia takes 5h 23m and covers 330 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Richmond to Philadelphia departs at 3:52am. The latest train departs at 6:21pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07-11

R$564

07-12

R$653

Today

R$564

07-14

R$322

07-15

R$395

07-16

R$564

07-17

R$564

07-18

R$206

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jul 18, 2026 with a price of R$206

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 R$206 to R$2,165 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 R$206 which is on 2026-07-18.