How to get from Arlington to Richmond
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Richmond takes approximately 195 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use subway and bus. We found 3 route options for you.
From Arlington to Richmond
Fastest Route
195 min
180.9 km
4 transfers
S
R
Flixbus 2605
7b
50
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
27 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take
S
Subway
Direction: Largo
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
(6 stops, 13 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform
4
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
(2 stops, 4 min)
5
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
6
Take
Flixbus 2605
Bus
Direction: Richmond (E Grace St & Crane St)
From Washington Union Station
to Richmond (E Grace St & Crane St)
(1 stops, 130 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Broad + 17th
8
Take
7b
Bus
Direction: 7B DOWNTOWN TRANSFER STATION VIA LABURNUM
From Broad + 17th
to Broad + 9th
(1 stops, 3 min)
9
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to 8TH + Marshall
10
Take
50
Bus
Direction: 50 WILLOW LAWN SHOPPING CENTER VIA BROAD
From 8TH + Marshall
to Broad + Bowe
(7 stops, 10 min)
11
Walk 10 min (0.6 km)
✓
Arrive at Richmond
Public transport stations close to Arlington
Arlington is located in Richmond and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Arlington:
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
Bus stations close to Arlington:
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Monroe ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Monroe ST Fs
Public transport stations close to Richmond
Richmond is located in Richmond and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Richmond:
- Broad + Lombardy
- Broad + Meadow
- Broad + Bowe
- Allison ST Eastbound Station
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Richmond.
How do I travel from Arlington to Richmond in Richmond?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Richmond takes approximately 195 minutes via the S subway service.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Richmond without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 195 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Richmond?
The S line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Broad + Bowe in Richmond.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Richmond by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Richmond in Richmond takes approximately 195 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Richmond?
Board the S subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Richmond.
Which station is closest to Richmond?
The nearest stop to Richmond is Broad + Bowe station. Exit here to reach your destination in Richmond.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.