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

The cheapest way to get from Elizabeth to Richmond is to bus via New York, NY - 201 West x 37th St which costs $35 - $90 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Richmond is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $55 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Elizabeth and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Elizabeth to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Broad St At Jersey St and arriving at Richmond, VA - 900 W Leigh St via New York, NY - 201 West x 37th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Richmond?

No, there is no direct train from Elizabeth to Richmond station. However, there are services departing from Elizabeth and arriving at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station via Newark Penn Station and Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Elizabeth to Richmond?

The distance between Elizabeth and Richmond is 288 miles. The road distance is 319.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Richmond without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 29m and costs $80 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Elizabeth to Richmond, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Richmond bus from?

Elizabeth to Richmond bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Broad St At Jersey St station.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Richmond train from?

Elizabeth to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train, bus or fly from Elizabeth to Richmond?

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Richmond is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $55 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus via New York, NY - 201 West x 37th St, which costs $35 - $90 and takes 7h 31m, you could also train via Washington, which costs $100 - $230 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Elizabeth to Richmond bus arrive?

Elizabeth to Richmond bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Elizabeth to Richmond train arrive?

Elizabeth to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Elizabeth to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Elizabeth to Richmond is 319 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Elizabeth to Richmond.

Where can I stay near Richmond?

There are 370+ hotels available in Richmond.

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There are 8 ways to get from Elizabeth to Richmond by plane, train, bus, car, train (Amtrak), or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport
best
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane EWR - RIC
2h 30m
$55–350
Bus via New York, NY - 201 West x 37th St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad St At Jersey St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 112
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - 201 West x 37th St to Richmond, VA - 900 W Leigh Stbus New York
7h 31m
$39–87
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Richmondbus Greyhound US0700 / ...
5h 29m
$84–184
Drive 317.3 mi
1. Drive from Elizabeth to Richmondcar 317.3 mi
5h 44m
$58–84
Train, train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Elizabeth to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Flushing Main Streettrain
3. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane LGA - RIC
5h 2m
$81–479
Train via Washington (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
6h 54m
$103–229
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Metropark Amtrak Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
8h 3m
$103–220
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Richmondbus FlixBus N2605
9h 28m
$52–91

Elizabeth to Richmond by train and bus

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Distance: 286.3 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Elizabeth, NJ, USA and Richmond, VA, USA?

United Airlines flies from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Richmond International Airport (RIC) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broad St At Jersey St to Richmond, VA - 900 W Leigh St via Port Authority Bus Terminal and New York, NY - 201 West x 37th St in around 7h 31m.

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