Bus from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Richmond on December 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Richmond (17th St and Ambler)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
HenricoNo tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $249, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
1d 15hAverage Duration
2034 kmDistance
51kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$249 - $815Average Duration1d 15h
51kg CO₂e
Average Price$514 - $2,913Average Duration2d 8h
185kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Richmond?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Richmond start from $249. The average price for this route is around $411. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Austin to Richmond?

    The average bus travel time from Austin to Richmond is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 2034 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Austin to Richmond route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to Richmond?

    The earliest bus departs from Austin to Richmond at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Richmond?

    A bus trip from Austin to Richmond generates an estimated 51 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Austin to Richmond?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Richmond?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Austin to Richmond?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Richmond?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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12-20
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12-21
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Today
$533
12-23
$474
12-24
$417
12-25
$374
12-26
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12-27
$385
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $374

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

You can expect to pay from $374 to $533 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $374 which is on 2025-12-25.

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