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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Richmond is to bus which costs $35 - $75 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Richmond is to fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $65 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Richmond via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Richmond?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 30th Street Station station and arriving at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Richmond?

The distance between Philadelphia and Richmond is 244 miles. The road distance is 243.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Richmond without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $45 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Philadelphia to Richmond, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Richmond bus from?

Philadelphia to Richmond bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Richmond train from?

Philadelphia to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Philadelphia to Richmond?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Richmond is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $480 and takes 3h 38m, you could also train, which costs $80 - $170 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Richmond bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Richmond bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Richmond train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Richmond is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Philadelphia to Richmond.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Richmond?

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There are 9 ways to get from Philadelphia to Richmond by train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, or train (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Richmondbus Greyhound US0700 / ...
4h 12m
$47–668
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Richmondbus Greyhound US0700 / ...
4h 59m
$37–74
Drive 242 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Richmondcar 242 mi
4h 28m
$45–64
Fly from Philadelphia International Airport
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane PHL - RIC
3h 38m
$68–473
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
5h 20m
$80–170
Train via Washington (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
5h 38m
$66–713
Bus via Washington
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DCbus Washington
2. Take the bus from Washington, DC - 2305 Pennsylvania Ave to Richmond, VA - 900 W Leigh Stbus New York
6h 39m
$57–143
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane BWI - RIC
4h 25m
$69–968
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Liberty International Airporttrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane EWR - RIC
4h 41m
$80–402

Philadelphia to Richmond by train and bus

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.9 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Richmond, VA, USA?

You can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Richmond via Washington Union Station in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Richmond International Airport (RIC) every 4 hours.

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