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

The cheapest way to get from Chesapeake to Richmond is to bus which costs $17 - $27 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesapeake to Richmond is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Chesapeake and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesapeake to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Dntc and arriving at Richmond via Military Circle Mall and Norfolk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Chesapeake and Richmond?

No, there is no direct train from Chesapeake to Richmond station. However, there are services departing from Norfolk and arriving at Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Chesapeake to Richmond?

The distance between Chesapeake and Richmond is 118 miles. The road distance is 96.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesapeake to Richmond without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Chesapeake to Richmond, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesapeake to Richmond bus from?

Chesapeake to Richmond bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Norfolk station.

Where do I catch the Chesapeake to Richmond train from?

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

Train or bus from Chesapeake to Richmond?

The best way to get from Chesapeake to Richmond is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $27 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Chesapeake to Richmond bus arrive?

Chesapeake to Richmond bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Richmond station.

Where does the Chesapeake to Richmond train arrive?

Chesapeake to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chesapeake to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesapeake to Richmond is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Chesapeake to Richmond.

Where can I stay near Richmond?

There are 379+ hotels available in Richmond.

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There are 3 ways to get from Chesapeake to Richmond by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Norfolk to Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
3h 12m
$36–74
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Norfolk to Richmondbus FlixBus N2601
3h 34m
$17–27
Drive 95.7 mi
1. Drive from Chesapeake to Richmondcar 95.7 mi
1h 48m
$18–26

Chesapeake to Richmond by train and bus (Amtrak)

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3h 12mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.2 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Chesapeake, City of Chesapeake, VA, USA and Richmond, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Norfolk to Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Norfolk to Richmond once daily. Tickets cost $15–25 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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