Richmond to Greensboro by train
Greensboro lies 265 km (165 mi) south-west of Richmond, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 35 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 323 km (201 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Richmond | Greensboro | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 226,610 | 285,342 |
| Elevation | 68 m (223 ft) | 260 m (853 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Broad Street Station, Hull Street Station, Westham Station | J. Douglas Galyon Depot |
| Postal codes | 23173–23298 | 27401–27499 |
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Common questions
How far is Greensboro from Richmond?
265 km (165 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Richmond; by road roughly 323 km (201 mi).
How long does it take to get from Richmond to Greensboro by train?
About 3 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Richmond and Greensboro?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.