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

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Boston is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Boston is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $40 - $75.

Is there a direct train between Richmond and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Richmond station to Boston. However, there are services departing from Kingston Amtrak Station and arriving at Boston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Richmond to Boston?

The distance between Richmond and Boston is 78 miles. The road distance is 77.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Richmond to Boston without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Richmond to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Boston train from?

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

Where does the Richmond to Boston train arrive?

Richmond to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Richmond to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Boston is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Richmond to Boston.

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

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Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1852+ hotels available in Boston.

Richmond to Boston - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Kingston Amtrak Station to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
1h 22m
$43–75
Drive 77.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Richmond to Bostoncar 77.4 mi
1h 40m
$15–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kingston Amtrak Station to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the bus from Providence to Bostonbus Greyhound US0230
2h 32m
$35–56

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Distance: 77.1 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Kingston Amtrak Station to Boston every 3 hours. Tickets cost $22–50 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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