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Routes104
Trips per day415
bus lines7
Stations7

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About Richmond

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 travelers. 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 favorites include Hardywood, The Veil Brewing Co., and The Answer Brewpub.

Richmond is a major hub for bus travel, and visitors can catch buses 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.

Station Information

Richmond Bus Terminal is a Greyhound Bus Station that serves several routes across the United States. Along with Greyhound, Flixbus services also operate out of this station. The terminal provides intrastate travel to other cities such as Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Roanoke. It also acts as a thoroughfare for various long-haul bus routes along the East Coast, including New York, Washington, DC, Atlanta, and Miami. Passengers with time to kill can eat at the onsite restaurant or venture out into The Diamond district, which features several parks, coffee shops, and eateries.

Popular bus stations in Richmond:

  • Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)

  • 5221 Brook Rd

  • 17th St and Ambler

  • 900 W. Leigh St

  • 1500 E Main St

  • El Rey Supermarket

What bus companies travel to Richmond, Virginia?

Located in Virginia, Richmond is accessible by bus from 104 other cities. You can choose from 415 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Richmond on Wanderu. Greyhound usually has the most buses on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Richmond are also available.

Bus companies serving Richmond

BusRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US2209h 23m$86.12
Greyhound829h 42m$78.71
Tornado Bus6420h 54m$225.32
Wanda Coach235h 37m$85.55
CoachRun93h 30m$37.27
Megabus52h 24m$28.67
OurBus23h 5m$62.07

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.

  • Tornado Bus is a Texan bus company operating in Texas and Mexico. Their bus service connects cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso. Their buses offer onboard WiFi, plenty of leg room, air conditioning, restrooms, and power outlets.

  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With affordable prices and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking for travel between cities' Chinatown districts.

  • OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus 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 restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

Which bus carrier has the best service to Richmond?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Richmond by bus with OurBus giving them a 4.4 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Megabus had the most comfortable bus service to Richmond taking into account the seats and amenities that Megabus offers. They rate Megabus a 4.1 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Richmond punctually, travelers suggest that FlixBus US has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Richmond, rating them a 4.7 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

$13.48 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Richmond, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Richmond. In the last month, buses from Petersburg to Richmond had the lowest average price at $13.71. The bus from Colonial Heights to Richmond also tends to start at relatively low prices.

The busiest bus station in Richmond is Richmond (Main St Station Plaza). There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Richmond are:

  • Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
  • 5221 Brook Rd
  • 17th St and Ambler
The closest airport to Richmond is Richmond Intl Airport (RIC), it is located 6.9 miles from the city center of Richmond.
Richmond ranks number 12 among most popular bus destinations in the region. It also ranks number 663 in United States. Richmond has the most bus connections in the region. There are 290 bus schedules arriving in Richmond each day.
The population of Richmond is 220289. Richmond ranks number 14 in terms of population in Virginia and number 312 in all of United States.
Bus tickets to Richmond range from $13 for a short trip to Richmond, while a 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Richmond starts at , and a longer trip by bus to Richmond can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $22.
People who take the bus to Richmond are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Richmond easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of Richmond is 17th St and Ambler, located just 0.6 miles away. Select 17th St and Ambler as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Richmond. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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