VA → NC · about 150 miles

Richmond to Burlington train schedule

Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Richmond to Burlington. The fastest takes 5 hours 12 minutes; every train leaves at 3:24 PM.

Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least

Trains a week
7
Fastest trip
5h 12m
Leaves at
3:24 PM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station and arrives at Burlington 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.

Direct trains from Richmond, VA to Burlington, NC
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
3:24 PM8:36 PM5h 12mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Richmond Where you get off in Burlington The route of the busiest trip

Where to catch the train in Richmond

Where the train stops in Burlington

Return trip: Burlington to Richmond

Questions

How long is the train from Richmond to Burlington?

The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 12 minutes.

What time is the first train from Richmond to Burlington?

Every departure is at 3:24 PM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Richmond to Burlington?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Richmond?

Trains to Burlington leave from Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station.