NC → VA · about 227 miles
Kannapolis to Richmond train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Kannapolis to Richmond. The fastest takes 6 hours 47 minutes; every train leaves at 7:10 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 6h 47m
- Leaves at
- 7:10 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Kannapolis and arrives at Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:10 AM | 1:57 PM | 6h 47m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Kannapolis Where you get off in Richmond The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Kannapolis
- Kannapolis Amtrak station Map of Kannapolis Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Richmond
Return trip: Richmond to Kannapolis
Questions
How long is the train from Kannapolis to Richmond?
The fastest direct train takes 6 hours 47 minutes; the typical trip is 6 hours 47 minutes.
What time is the first train from Kannapolis to Richmond?
Every departure is at 7:10 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Kannapolis to Richmond?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Kannapolis?
Trains to Richmond leave from Kannapolis Amtrak station.