Cheap coach tickets from Richmond, VA to Washington DC

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Coach from Richmond, VA to Washington DC: Journey Information

There are 27 intercity coaches per day from Richmond, VA to Washington DC. Travelling by coach from Richmond, VA to Washington DC usually takes around 2 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 1 hour and 50 minutes.

Distance
97 mi (156 km)
Shortest duration
1h 50m
Cheapest price
NOK 122.77
Trips per day
27
Most frequent service
Greyhound
Coach lines
7

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Average score for coaches from Richmond, VA to Washington DC (Based on 35 ratings and reviews)

4.6

5.0

Gerania

26 July 2026 - Holiday

Megabus
Pros: Clean very clean Well ventilated and a/c Smooth ride Gave us about 2-5 extra time before the doors closed which helped me make it on time was not exactly sure of where to go so I was about 1-2 mins away from being late Cons: Nothing really. Quiet Mostly empty bus very clean bus amazing Tips: Book it with breeze bus line well worth it

5.0

Victor

7 July 2026 - Couples trip

Amtrak Thruway
Pros: Personal and service was very good Tips: Arrive early, always is better, you can choose your seat

5.0

Elseba

3 January 2026 - Solo travel

FlixBus US
Cons: It was smooth!

3.0

STEPHANIE

26 December 2025 - Business

FlixBus US
Pros: The driver was immediately helpful in telling me where to go and what to do when asked and so were folks waiting in line. The bus arrived in Union station early, which was great at the end of a grueling day of working out-of-state. The bus was on time, which was also great because people were waiting outdoors in the cold for it Cons: Seats are pretty cramped. Everyone was on top of one another and coughing on each other, especially families with young kids who didn't seem to disclose that they'd need extra seating or more space in being accommodated. No charging areas for cellphones seemed to be available. Tips: Ask plenty of questions until you're routed correctly in the right direction

5.0

Emerique

12 December 2025 - Solo travel

FlixBus US
Pros: Good Cons: NA Tips: You won't regret

Richmond, VA to Washington DC Route Map

Route map from Richmond to Washington DC

How much is a coach ticket from Richmond, VA to Washington DC?

Coach tickets for a trip from Richmond, VA to Washington DC cost about NOK 248 when you book at the cheapest time, 29 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Richmond, VA to Washington DC by travel date

NOK 435NOK 290NOK 145NovNov

If you're planning to travel by coach from Richmond, VA to Washington DC in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 198 to NOK 434. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 9 December 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Washington DC this week, coach tickets are available starting at NOK 246.

Average coach ticket prices from Richmond, VA to Washington DC by month

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Taking the coach from Richmond, VA to Washington DC is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only NOK 274. If you're planning to take the coach from Richmond, VA to Washington DC during July, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 331. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to NOK 110.68 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Richmond, VA to Washington DC?

There are 7 coach lines from Richmond, VA to Washington DC available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 11 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Thruway22h 28mNOK 145.30
BBBus12h 15mNOK 424.96
FlixBus US112h 9mNOK 320.26
Greyhound112h 6mNOK 340.76
Megabus12h 20mNOK 271.41
OurBus22h 26mNOK 157.87
TransportAzumah12hNOK 358.85
  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger coaches operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railways. On the coach, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard toilet facilities. Amtrak Thruway coach tickets from Richmond, VA to Washington DC start at NOK 141.65. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway coach trips on this route every day.

  • Book BBBus from Richmond, VA to Washington DC from NOK 424.96. Typically there is one BBBus service per day from Richmond, VA to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay NOK 424.96 for a BBBus ticket to Washington DC. In Richmond, VA, BBBus departs to Washington DC from 5221 Brook Rd. In Washington DC, BBBus arrives at 2230 New York Ave NE.

    An average trip on BBBus from Richmond, VA to Washington DC takes 2 hours and 15 minutes.

    At weekends, BBBus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay NOK 424.96 for a single ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Washington DC.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 11 trips per day from Richmond, VA to Washington DC, and the average ticket for this route costs only NOK 320.26.

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  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 11 coach trips from Richmond, VA to Washington DC every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 6 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington DC usually start from NOK 183.96.

    Passengers boarding a Greyhound with their cheap bus tickets, ready for a comfortable and budget-friendly trip - WanderuA Greyhound bus parked, waiting for passengers with cheap bus tickets ready to travel - WanderuComfortable seating inside a Greyhound, perfect for those traveling with cheap bus tickets who want to make the most of their journey - WanderuA passenger using the power outlets available on Greyhound to access their affordable bus ticket digitally - WanderuA passenger uses Greyhound's onboard wifi to enjoy their intercity bus trip - WanderuA bus awaits passengers who have bought cheap Greyhound tickets - Wanderu
  • Megabus is one of the leading coach companies in North America, with many popular routes in the Northeast and Midwest United States. Megabus tickets can be purchased for as low as $1 if you book in advance. Travellers enjoy Megabus’ unique double decker coaches, which feature amenities such as air conditioning, digital entertainment, free WiFi, and power sockets at each seat. Megabus is an affordable, reliable option for travel between Richmond, VA and Washington DC.

  • OurBus is an intercity coach company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap coach tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap coach tickets starting from NOK 122.77, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by coach from Richmond, VA to Washington DC if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

  • Book TransportAzumah from Richmond, VA to Washington DC from NOK 358.85. Typically there is one TransportAzumah service per day from Richmond, VA to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay NOK 358.85 for a TransportAzumah ticket to Washington DC. In Richmond, VA, TransportAzumah departs to Washington DC from Plaza at Main St Station - 1500 E Main St. In Washington DC, TransportAzumah arrives at Union Station.

    An average trip on TransportAzumah from Richmond, VA to Washington DC takes 2 hours.

    At weekends, TransportAzumah offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay NOK 358.85 for a single ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Washington DC.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Richmond, VA to Washington DC

Yes, there is train service between Richmond and Washington, DC. Amtrak has 4 lines that cover this route: Amtrak Carolinian, Amtrak Northeast Regional, Amtrak Palmetto and Amtrak Silver Service. Between them, those lines provide 10 direct trains per day. Tickets cost an average of $33, and the travel time is about 2.5 hours.

Richmond to Washington, DC, makes for a very doable day-trip. A coach trip takes as little as 2 hours from Richmond, and there are regular coaches departing in the morning and returning in the evening. The last coach of the day leaves DC as late as 11:50 p.m., meaning you’ll have time for a very full day in the nation’s capital.

Three coach companies have scheduled service to Washington D.C.: • Greyhound offers 11 daily trips, the most out of all the coach carriers available. You can buy a Greyhound coach ticket for around $20 to $25. • Megabus offers five daily trips, the second most out of all the coach carriers available. You can buy a Megabus ticket for an average of around $15. • OurBus offers at least one daily trip for this route. You can buy an OurBus ticket for $10 to $15.

There are 27 scheduled coaches that travel from Richmond, VA to Washington DC every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Richmond, VA to Washington DC without transferring. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Richmond, VA to Washington DC; ticket prices start at NOK 142.

Trips per day

27

Direct trips

27

The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 97 miles from Richmond, VA to Washington DC. However, the fastest coach only takes 1 hour and 50 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

97

Distance (km)

156

The first coach leaves at 0:05 and the last coach leaves at 22:10. To see the times for all coaches from Richmond, VA to Washington DC, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:05am

Latest coach

10:10pm

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travellers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Washington DC. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Saturday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

Richmond

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As one of the most historically significant cities in the U.S., Richmond is a top-tier destination for not just fans of history but also culturally-inclined travellers. The premier tourist attraction of the city is the Virginia State Capitol, which features a unique architecture partially designed by Thomas Jefferson himself. For those who want to enjoy a cultural experience, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is worth checking out, as it houses five exquisitely beautiful Fabergé eggs, along with works by Degas, Cézanne, and Renoir. If you wish to retreat from the concrete jungle, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a great alternative.

Richmond’s diverse community has had a huge influence on its food scene. Croaker's Spot is a famous restaurant that serves some of the best seafood around. Richmond is also the home to a burgeoning craft beer scene, and there are as many as 30 brands in the city. Some of the local favourites include Hardywood, The Veil Brewing Co., and The Answer Brewpub.

Richmond is a major hub for coach travel, and visitors can catch coaches that go to cities like Washington, D.C., New York and Raleigh on a daily basis. The city boasts two Amtrak train stations that provide regular service to Washington, D.C., New York City and beyond. The principal one is the Main Street Station, which is located right in the heart of downtown Richmond. The main airport is the Richmond International Airport, 7 miles southeast of the city.

Washington DC

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Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.

D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighbourhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.

Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transport hub with three nearby airports and several coach and train stations.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Richmond, VA?

Main departure station: Main St Station Plaza

Coaches to Washington DC leave from 8 stations in Richmond, VA.

All coach stations in Richmond, VA:

  • Main St Station Plaza
  • Main Street Station
  • 17th St and Ambler
  • 7519 Staples Mill Rd
  • Main St. Station - Parking lot on E. Franklin Street
  • 5221 Brook Rd
  • Plaza at Main St Station - 1500 E Main St
  • W Broad St between Mumford St and Gilmer St, N Side

Where does the coach arrive in Washington DC?

Main arrival station: Union Station

Coaches arrive in Washington DC at 6 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in Washington DC:

  • Union Station
  • Union Station
  • Stadium-Armory Metro Station
  • Union Station
  • 2230 New York Ave NE
  • Union Station

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