What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Richmond?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Richmond is to bus via New York which costs $85 - $180 and takes 12h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Richmond?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Richmond is to fly which takes 2h 43m and costs $70 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Richmond?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston and arriving at Richmond. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Richmond?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston and arriving at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 15m.

How far is it from Boston to Richmond?

The distance between Boston and Richmond is 486 miles. The road distance is 542.4 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Richmond without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Richmond without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 34m and costs $140 - $900.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Richmond?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Boston to Richmond, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Richmond bus from?

Boston to Richmond bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Richmond train from?

Boston to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train, bus or fly from Boston to Richmond?

The best way to get from Boston to Richmond is to fly which takes 2h 43m and costs $70 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus via New York, which costs $85 - $180 and takes 12h 26m, you could also train, which costs $180 - $380 and takes 15h 15m.

Where does the Boston to Richmond bus arrive?

Boston to Richmond bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Boston to Richmond train arrive?

Boston to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Richmond is 542 miles. It takes approximately 9h 59m to drive from Boston to Richmond.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to Richmond?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Boston to Richmond?

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Where can I stay near Richmond?

There are 392+ hotels available in Richmond.

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There are 6 ways to get from Boston to Richmond by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), car, bus (Flixbus), or train (Amtrak)

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Fly
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1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane BOS - RIC
2h 43m
$71–400
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Richmondbus
9h 34m
$140–899
Bus via New York (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Boston to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Richmondbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
12h 26m
$87–171
Drive 539.2 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Richmondcar 539.2 mi
9h 59m
$99–143
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Boston to Richmondbus FlixBus N2605
13h
$95–170
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
15h 15m
$180–380

Boston to Richmond by train and bus

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9h 34mAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 482.7 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Richmond, VA, USA?

JetBlue Airways, Delta, and three other airlines fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Richmond International Airport (RIC) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boston to Richmond via Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 12h 26m.

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