Question 1

Does Amtrak go to Richmond from New York City?

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Yes, there are 4 train lines that go to NYC from Richmond: Amtrak Carolinian, Amtrak Northeast Regional, Amtrak Palmetto and Amtrak Silver Service. However, taking the bus may be a better option. The train takes at least 5 hours 51 minutes to travel this route, and costs an average of $115.55. Bus tickets are significantly cheaper — costing as little as $10 — and the travel time is similar to a train.

Question 2

Is New York to Richmond a good day-trip?

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No, New York to Richmond does not make for a very good day-trip. The fastest bus takes 5 hours 35 minutes, so you would have to spend at least 11 hours traveling in a single day to go there and back from New York.

Question 3

Is it safe to travel by bus from New York to Richmond during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all bus passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the bus.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 4

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

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Buses from New York to Richmond are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your bus tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Question 5

What bus companies travel from New York to Richmond?

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There are 4 bus lines from New York to Richmond available for you to search and book on Wanderu. With 9 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Question 6

How much is a bus ticket from New York to Richmond?

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€28.85 is the average price of a bus ticket from New York to Richmond. Any tickets cheaper than €28.85 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Question 7

How many buses are there each day?

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There are 26 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Richmond every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 23 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Richmond; ticket prices start at €29.82.

Question 8

How long is the bus ride?

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The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 460 kilometers from New York to Richmond. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Question 9

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

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The first bus leaves at 01:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from New York to Richmond, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 10

Where does the bus arrive in Richmond?

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Buses arrive in Richmond at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Question 11

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

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Buses to Richmond leave from 6 stations in New York.

Question 12

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 29 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save €5.42 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 13

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from New York to Richmond is expected to range from  to . If you are looking to travel to Richmond within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from . The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are  and can be found on .

Question 14

Monthly average prices

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Traveling from New York to Richmond by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for that route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around  whenever you decide to travel.

Question 15

Need a return trip from Richmond to New York?

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Question 16

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

	Distance	286 mi (460 km)
	Shortest duration	5h 40m
	Cheapest price	€28.85
	Trips per day	23
	Most frequent service	Greyhound
	Bus lines	4

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus US	6	7h 11m	€38.09
Greyhound	9	8h 26m	€49.23
PandaNY Bus	5	6h 2m	€48.09
Wanda Coach	5	5h 52m	€43.28

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