Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 1729 Broad River Road | 5221 Brook Rd | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | 1729 Broad River Road | 5221 Brook Rd | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:57 PM EST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Columbia to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbia and Richmond?
Stops in Columbia
- A
Columbia Bus Station
710-A Buckner Rd, Columbia, SC 29203 - B
McDonald's - Columbia
7400 Wilson Blvd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA - C
Flying J Travel Center
5901 Fairfield Rd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA
Stops in Richmond
- A1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
- BRichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- C8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
- D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA - E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St) - F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
Compare bus companies
Based on 647 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Wanda Coach ticket prices on this trip start at $158
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbia, SC to Richmond, VA, US by bus
What is the travel distance from Columbia to Richmond?
It's about 511 km (317 miles) from Columbia to Richmond.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Columbia to Richmond?
Buses departing from Columbia Bus Station in Columbia will take you to Main Street Station in Richmond.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Columbia, SC to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $145To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbia, SC to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $145 to $145 for a bus ticket from Columbia, SC to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $145 which is on 2025-11-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Columbia, SC to Richmond, VA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
