How to Get Here

Traveling to the Richmond Region couldn't be easier. Within a day's drive of half of the U.S. population, Richmond, VA is easy to get to from Interstates 95 and 64. Located two hours south of Washington, D.C. and two hours west of the Atlantic Coast, we're easily accessible by plane, train, motorcoach or automobile.

Two new low-cost carriers make getting here easy.
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By Air

The Richmond International Airport is located 15 minutes from downtown. Eight major carriers including our new low-cost carriers, AirTran and JetBlue, as well as American, Air Canada, Continental, Delta, Northwest, United and USAirways offer non-stop flights to 21 cities including Atlanta, Toronto, Dallas, New York, St. Louis, Chicago, Boston, Orlando, Philadelphia and Detroit and connecting flights to destinations worldwide. The airport is currently undergoing a $245 million capital improvement including an expansion of the air control tower, terminal, concourse, roadways and parking garages.

Amtrak passengers may arrive downtown at the beautiful historic Main Street Station.

On the Ground

If you prefer ground travel, you can access the Richmond Region by automobile, bus or train. Amtrak has two stations in the Richmond, VA - Main Street Station located in downtown Richmond and Staples Mill station, located approximately 10 miles west of downtown. Greyhound/Trailways has a terminal only minutes from downtown Richmond, while automobile drivers will find that the Region's minimal traffic makes traveling throughout the area a breeze.

If you choose taxi travel to get around the Richmond Region, you can hail one on the street or call ahead for a guaranteed ride. Taxis can only be picked up at airport or hotel taxi stands.

The Richmond Region's public transportation system is operated by GRTC Transit System. Bus service is concentrated in downtown Richmond and the areas east, west and south of the city.

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Want to Know More?

  • Richmond International Airport - 804-226-3000 or www.flyrichmond.com
  • Amtrak Main Street Station - 804-646-6246 (MAIN)
  • Amtrak Staples Mill Station - 804-553-2903
  • Amtrak fares and schedules - 800-USA-RAIL or www.amtrak.com