4.0
Pros: The bus arrive 20mins early. He did not wait for the departure time before he left. Cons: Less stops.. my bag was a carry-on. The driver made me put it under the bottom. Tips: Clean up behind yourself.
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There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Richmond to Columbia.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 431.04 | Avg. PriceRON 448.41 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration7h 40m | Duration9h 50m |
There is one daily bus from Richmond to Columbia. Traveling by bus from Richmond to Columbia usually takes around 7 hours and 40 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 317 mi (510 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 40m |
| Cheapest price | RON 431.04 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Wanda Coach |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from Richmond to Columbia
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: The bus arrive 20mins early. He did not wait for the departure time before he left. Cons: Less stops.. my bag was a carry-on. The driver made me put it under the bottom. Tips: Clean up behind yourself.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Richmond to Columbia. Wanda Coach is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanda Coach | 1 | 7h 41m | RON 431.04 |
Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 1 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from RON 431 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Richmond and Columbia.
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 317 miles from Richmond to Columbia. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Columbia. 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Richmond to Columbia. It leaves the station in Richmond at 1:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Richmond to Columbia. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Richmond to Columbia; ticket prices start at RON 245.69.



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.
As the capital city of South Carolina, Columbia offers plenty of historic attractions and exciting activities that will keep tourists of all ages satisfied. Sitting at the heart of the city is the South Carolina State Museum, which boasts the most impressive collection of permanent and changing exhibits in the state, as well as in the Southeast. One of the top highlights of the museum is its amazing planetarium that has a height of 55 feet. If you are traveling with kids, EdVenture should certainly be on your list. The museum’s prime attraction is a giant 10-year-old with his own fake digestive tracts and vertebrae, allowing kids to explore anatomy with ease. Nature lovers should not miss out on the chance to enjoy an outdoor day at Lake Murray, which features a vast range of activities such as boating, fishing, paddling, etc.
Columbia features an exciting food scene that is brimming with new talents. For an amazing lunch, The Gourmet Shop and their famous chicken salad will be a great choice. If you wish to enjoy a dinner with wine, Lula Drake is the place to be.
Columbia’s principal bus station is located 710-A Buckner Rd on the outskirts of the city. The main Amtrak train station is located on Pulaski St in the heart of downtown near the University of South Carolina campus. Columbia is served by Amtrak’s Silver Service line. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport is the main airport and it is located five miles southwest of the city.
Most buses depart from the main station in Richmond.
5221 Brook Rd
All buses from Richmond arrive at one main station in Columbia.
1729 Broad River Rd
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