Is there a way to reach Richmond from Philadelphia without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and sustainable way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Philadelphia to Richmond?

The travel time from Philadelphia to Richmond is about 6h 25m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 5h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 207 miles (334 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Philadelphia and Richmond?

About 207 miles (334 km) separate Philadelphia and Richmond.

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

If you're headed to Richmond from Philadelphia, chances are that your bus will leave from Philadelphia Airport 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Richmond is $48. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $38 and $204, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Philadelphia (PA) to Richmond (VA), US Bus Tickets

TodayApr 24

from $40

TomorrowApr 25

from $43

SatApr 26

from $40

SunApr 27

from $41

MonApr 28

from $38

TueApr 29

from $37

WedApr 30

from $37

ThuMay 1

from $40

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 25 at 1:55am
Departure city: Philadelphia
Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Arrival time: April 25 at 7:25am
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 30m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 25 at 3:10am
Departure city: Philadelphia
Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Arrival time: April 25 at 8:10am
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Henrico
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: April 25 at 12:35pm
Departure city: Philadelphia
Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Arrival time: April 25 at 8:10pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 35m
Departure time: April 25 at 10:15am
Departure city: Philadelphia
Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Arrival time: April 25 at 6:25pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 10m
Departure time: April 25 at 5:55pm
Departure city: Philadelphia
Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Arrival time: April 26 at 12:20am
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 25m

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Bus Philadelphia to Richmond: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$48

Average bus trip duration6h 25m

Number of daily buses20

Earliest bus departure1:45am

Distance208 miles (335 km)

Latest bus departure11:30pm

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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 Philadelphia Richmond recent customer reviews

Was very good

Ana M.

July 4, 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 Philadelphia Richmond recent customer reviews

The bus ran extremely late due to a system outage, the staff allowed questions to be asked and reassured people that the buses would be leaving they just didn’t know when.

Nia K.

July 23, 2019

Extra delay. We were supposed to arrive at 3:55am but got there at 7:40am instead.

Massaran K.

March 8, 2019

Great company

Massahoudou D.

April 30, 2021

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

Philadelphia to Richmond Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Richmond?

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - JFK Bd & N 30th St

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - Independence Travel Center

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 Philadelphia - Richmond

Is there a way to reach Richmond from Philadelphia without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Philadelphia to Richmond?
What is the distance between Philadelphia and Richmond?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Richmond?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Richmond?

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

Best price found

04/22

$45

04/23

$38

Today

$38

04/25

$43

04/26

$40

04/27

$41

04/28

$38

04/29

$37

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Richmond was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $116 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-04-29.

Usually Greyhound Lines, 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Philadelphia and Richmond!

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Richmond.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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 Philadelphia to Richmond?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 25m	Avg Price$48	Daily Departures20
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 11m	Avg Price$64	Daily Departures18

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Bus Philadelphia to Richmond: Trip Overview

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Philadelphia to Richmond Bus

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Richmond?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Philadelphia - Richmond

Is there a way to reach Richmond from Philadelphia without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Philadelphia to Richmond?

What is the distance between Philadelphia and Richmond?

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia to Richmond?

Will you be returning to Philadelphia by bus?

You can also go to Richmond by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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