New York City to Richmond by train
Richmond lies 461 km (286 mi) south-west of New York City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 14 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 562 km (349 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| New York City | Richmond | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 8.8 million | 226,610 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 68 m (223 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Broad Street Station, Hull Street Station, Westham Station |
Where to book trains from New York City to Richmond
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Staying in Richmond
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Common questions
How far is Richmond from New York City?
461 km (286 mi) in a straight line, south-west of New York City; by road roughly 562 km (349 mi).
How long does it take to get from New York City to Richmond by train?
About 6 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between New York City and Richmond?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.