Is there a direct train?

No, you must transfer from NJ Transit to Amtrak at Newark Penn Station.

Expect to pay approximately $25 in tolls one-way using E-ZPass.

Is Richmond walkable?

Downtown and Carytown are walkable, but you will need a car for outer suburbs.

Where to park in Richmond?

Public parking decks are available near the Capitol and Shockoe Slip.

Best time to leave Oakhurst?

Depart before 6 AM to clear the New Jersey and Maryland traffic bottlenecks.

Oakhurst

Richmond

Train Driving

Oakhurst to Richmond

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Oakhurst to Richmond covers approximately 300 miles via the I-95 corridor. You can drive south through the Delaware Memorial Bridge or take NJ Transit from Long Branch to Newark Penn Station, then transfer to Amtrak. Driving typically takes 5 hours depending on traffic near Baltimore. Amtrak offers a more relaxed experience with direct service from Newark to Richmond Staples Mill Road. This route traverses the heart of the Mid-Atlantic region.

Total Distance: 480 km driving, 410 km air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving is fastest at 5 hours, provided you avoid peak weekday traffic in Northern Virginia.

Cheapest Way

Driving is the cheapest for groups of two or more, costing roughly $60 in fuel and tolls.

Compare Oakhurst to Richmond Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	6 hours 30 mins	5 hours 15 mins
Avg Price	$80-$150	$50-$70 in fuel
Operator	Amtrak Northeast Regional	Personal Vehicle
Route	Long Branch Station to Newark Penn to Richmond Staples Mill	Garden State Pkwy to I-95 South
Tip	Book at least two weeks in advance to secure lower fare buckets.	Avoid the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel during rush hour to save 30 minutes.

Travel Tips

Toll Prep
Ensure you have an E-ZPass to handle tolls on the New Jersey Turnpike and Delaware Memorial Bridge.
Train Transfer
Allow at least 45 minutes for your transfer at Newark Penn Station to account for potential NJ Transit delays.
Parking
If driving, check if your Richmond hotel offers valet or garage parking, as street parking is limited.
Dining
Stop in the Carytown district of Richmond for a wide variety of local independent restaurants.
Traffic
The I-95 corridor through Washington DC is notorious for gridlock; try to pass through before 7 AM or after 7 PM.

Safety Tips

Road Safety
Keep a safe following distance on the I-95, as sudden braking is common due to heavy truck traffic.
Emergency
Keep a physical map or offline GPS downloaded, as cellular service can be spotty in rural stretches of Delaware.
Train Safety
Keep your luggage in sight at all times while waiting on the platform at Newark Penn Station.
Night Driving
Avoid driving the I-95 stretch through Baltimore late at night if you are unfamiliar with the area.