Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Richmond travel guide

Richmond Tourism | Richmond Guide

You're Going to Love Richmond

With a population of 11,679, Richmond is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Richmond has to offer.

Where to Eat in Richmond

If you’re looking for affordable options, Victor's Mexican Grille (7035 W. Grand Parkway S #35) and Messina Hof Harvest Green Winery & Kitchen (8921 Harlem Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Richmond

Richmond in June
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richmond in June
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Richmond

Plane

Although Richmond doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 29 miles from Richmond.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Richmond to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $53 for a 9h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 27 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Stride, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Tornado Bus, Bus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to Richmond takes 170 miles and will cost you around $54. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 180 miles.

Plane

Although Richmond doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 29 miles from Richmond.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Richmond, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Richmond to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $53 for a 9h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Richmond is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 27 miles from Richmond. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Stride, among others, in Houston.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Richmond, including Tornado Bus, Bus and FlixBus. From Austin, the bus ride to Richmond takes 170 miles and will cost you around $54. From San Antonio, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 180 miles.

Airports near Richmond

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
CLLCollege Station Easterwood Field
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Richmond

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Richmond

Most booked hotels in Richmond

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Houston Rosenberg
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 421 reviews)
$112+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Houston Richmond
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 130 reviews)
$101+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Houston - Rosenberg
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 233 reviews)
$116+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond-Sugarland
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 425 reviews)
$95+
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Home2 Suites By Hilton Rosenberg/Sugar Land Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 283 reviews)
$96+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Rosenberg
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 320 reviews)
$69+
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Renting a car in Richmond

Renting a car in Richmond costs $44 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 34% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Richmond costs $44 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 34% cheaper than airport locations in Richmond.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Richmond (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Richmond, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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