Trains tickets from Schenectady to Richmond (VA), US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Schenectady
    Departure location: Schenectady Station
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Schenectady to Richmond.

Average Price$75 - $229Average Duration19h 25m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$149 - $311Average Duration12h 18m
59kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Schenectady to Richmond

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 12 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
12h 18mAverage Duration
$149Cheapest ticket
59kgCO₂ emissions

Train Schenectady to Richmond: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$237
Average train trip duration12h 18m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure9:21am
Distance405 miles (652 km)
Latest train departure5:39pm

Schenectady to Richmond Train

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

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06/14
$261
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06/16
$151
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Schenectady to Richmond was searched and found on Jun 16, 2025 with a price of $151

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

You can expect to pay from $151 to $573 for a train ticket from Schenectady to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $151 which is on 2025-06-16.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Schenectady to Richmond is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Richmond, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Schenectady and Richmond, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Schenectady to Richmond, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

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

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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