Is there a way to reach Richmond from New York without flying?

You can take a bus or a train to go from New York to Richmond. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and sustainable way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Richmond from New York by bus?

On average, the trip from New York to Richmond takes around 7h 40m, but you can get there in as little as 5h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 286 miles (462 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between New York and Richmond?

The distance separating New York and Richmond is 286 miles (462 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Richmond?

If you're headed to Richmond from New York, chances are that your bus will leave from New York Port Authority and arrive at 8531 Fordson Rd. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from New York to Richmond?

You can expect to pay around $56 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $43 and $199, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

New York to Richmond (VA), US Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

from $41

SatApr 26

from $40

SunApr 27

from $48

MonApr 28

from $47

TueApr 29

from $45

WedApr 30

from $45

ThuMay 1

from $45

FriMay 2

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 9:00pm
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Chinatown - E Broadway
Arrival time: April 27 at 2:30am
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (900 W Leigh St)
Operated by: CoachRun
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 11:00am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Arrival time: April 26 at 6:25pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 25m
Departure time: April 26 at 1:05am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: New York Port Authority
Arrival time: April 26 at 9:00am
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 55m
Departure time: April 26 at 9:30am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: 103 Canal St
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:30pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: 5221 Brook Rd
Operated by: Wanda Coach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h
Departure time: April 26 at 12:00pm
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Arrival time: April 26 at 9:45pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 45m

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Bus New York to Richmond: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$56

Average bus trip duration7h 40m

Number of daily buses66

Earliest bus departure12:50am

Distance284 miles (457 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,379 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus New York Richmond recent customer reviews

I tried to get assistance from one of the drivers and he kept telling me “no” I ended up missing my previous bus, so I waited for the next one. I was trying to get a ticket for the next bus, and the driver said he would only take me if I paid cash. I asked if there was Customer Support to reach out to, he told me once again “no” Very unprofessional

Shakeil S.

February 4, 2025

Ticket included wifi and charging stations, the bus didn’t. The toilet didn’t have paper. The arrival time was an hour delayed. The driver was yelling a lot at passengers, it was very unnerving.

Camila W.

July 14, 2023

Trip was smooth.

Betty S.

December 26, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/586,942 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. New York Richmond recent customer reviews

The bus from NY to Washington about 45' late than schedule that made us miss connect one to Richmond. We must call hotline & awaiting about 25' to reschedule. Again this bus delay from 10:15pm to 11:00pm. Upset & tired. Some passenger sit in a wrong seat and don't want to change, driver need to help but not.

Hieu H.

April 12, 2025

Not the best. my first trip at 2:45am was cancelled and waiting until 8am was inconvenient.

Spencer C.

January 15, 2024

Travel with greyhound was really stressful for me asthe bus was running more than 3 hours late their was no staff to tell us anything the bus suppose to leave 11.05 and did not until 2.30 then within less than an hour the bus breaks down, a journey that should take 8 hours turn out to be 12 hours from port authority to Richmond Virginia my head hurts from the delay experience don't know really if I want to travel with greyhound anymore , my son use to drives for greyhound for many years and boasts about the company but I think it's not fair for anyone to wait for a bus for 3 and more hours with not information or apology

Lorna T.

September 18, 2022

Wanda Coach

2.5/5576 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

According to customer reviews, the bus driver was very nice and the service was on time and safe. However, some customers mentioned that the customer service representative in the office was rude and aggressive. Additionally, there were complaints about seats being in poor condition with no reclining option, as well as a strong smell of weed throughout the bus.

Wanda Coach New York Richmond recent customer reviews

07/18/24 10pm Bus NY to Richmond va It was very dissatisfied the bus broke down in Delaware we waited at rest area for another bus that 3hrs, Destination was supposed to 5hr it Took 13to 14hrs.

Paris F.

July 20, 2024

On time and safe, decent price and personally was a life saver for my son and I and for a couple of friends.

Darius M.

June 27, 2023

Seats were in pathetic condition, would not recline too. The whole bus smelt of weed.

Swaraj R.

April 14, 2023

CoachRun

3.5/5616 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi2.1

Based on 616 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the value for money but often complained with the wifi. CoachRun ticket prices on this trip start at $44.00

CoachRun New York Richmond recent customer reviews

There was no leg space , extremely congested space, seats were not comfortable , I got sever back pain and leg pain .

Kiran N.

August 31, 2024

With the driver I feel secure👏🏽. She use safety precaution and the bus was confortable enough 🎒 The price is 🤩

Marie Josee M.

May 28, 2024

It was very overcrowded and no ac

Joann N.

July 29, 2024

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

New York to Richmond Bus

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Where are the popular stops in New York and Richmond?

Stops in New York

A - New York Port Authority

B - GW Bridge

C - Chinatown

D - Chinatown - E Broadway

E - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

Stops in Richmond

A - 8531 Fordson Rd

B - Main Street Station

C - Staples Mill Road

D - VCU

E - 2828 W. Broad St.

F - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - Richmond

Is there a way to reach Richmond from New York without flying?
How long does it take to get to Richmond from New York by bus?
What is the distance between New York and Richmond?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Richmond?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from New York to Richmond?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/21

$60

04/22

$60

Today

$47

04/24

$43

04/25

$41

04/26

$40

04/27

$48

04/28

$47

The cheapest trip from New York to Richmond was searched and found on Apr 26, 2025 with a price of $40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York to Richmond, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $40 to $158 for a bus ticket from New York to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-04-26.

Usually FlixBus Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from New York to Richmond.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York to Richmond, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from New York to Richmond will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from New York to Richmond.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from New York to Richmond?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 40m	Avg Price$56	Daily Departures66
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 46m	Avg Price$86	Daily Departures16

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Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - Richmond

Is there a way to reach Richmond from New York without flying?

How long does it take to get to Richmond from New York by bus?

What is the distance between New York and Richmond?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to Richmond?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from New York to Richmond?

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Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from New York to Richmond?

Will you be returning to New York by bus?

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Why choose Busbud?

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