Train from Pittsburgh to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Pittsburgh to Richmond on April 17
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Union Station
Staples Mill RoadCheapest
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Union Station
Staples Mill RoadFastest
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Union Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
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Union Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
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Union Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:24 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
10hAverage Duration
393 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$81 - $363Average Duration10h
10kg CO₂e
Average Price$87 - $626Average Duration13h 24m
36kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Richmond, VA, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Richmond?

    The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Richmond start at $87. The average price for this train route is around $188. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Pittsburgh to Richmond?

    The average train trip from Pittsburgh to Richmond takes 13h 24m and covers 393 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Richmond route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Richmond?

    The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Richmond departs at 5:25am. The latest train departs at 7:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04-12
$266
04-13
$212
Today
$147
04-15
No data
04-16
$212
04-17
$171
04-18
$183
04-19
$183
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $147

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Pittsburgh to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $147 to $1,357 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $171 which is on 2026-04-17.

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