How much is the bus ticket from Providence to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Providence to Richmond start from $86. The average price for this route is around $160. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Providence to Richmond?

The average bus travel time from Providence to Richmond is 13h 40m, covering a distance of 704 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Providence to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Providence to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from Providence to Richmond at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Providence to Richmond?

A bus trip from Providence to Richmond generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Providence to Richmond?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Providence to Richmond?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Providence 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Providence 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.

Bus Providence to Richmond from $76 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Providence to Richmond on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	11h 35m	8:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	14h 50m	12:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:15pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	12h 10m	3:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	3:15pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	16h 55m	8:10am	Henrico	No tags
	Bus	3:15pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	19h 15m	10:30am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Richmond on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	11h 35m	8:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	14h 15m	11:40pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Richmond on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	11h 35m	8:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	14h 15m	11:40pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Providence to Richmond on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	11h 35m	8:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	14h 15m	11:40pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	3:15pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	16h 55m	8:10am	Henrico	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:15pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	12h 10m	3:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	3:15pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	19h 15m	10:30am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:57 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Providence to Richmond

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 13 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

13h 40mAverage Duration

704 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$86 - $373	Average Duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$108 - $1,382	Average Duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Providence and Richmond?

Stops in Providence

A
Providence Downtown
99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
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B
Downtown
Broadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
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C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904
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D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903
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E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA
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F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903
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Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
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E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
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F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,106 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Providence 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Providence to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Providence to Richmond start from $86. The average price for this route is around $160. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Providence to Richmond?
The average bus travel time from Providence to Richmond is 13h 40m, covering a distance of 704 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Providence to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Providence to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Providence to Richmond at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Providence to Richmond?
A bus trip from Providence to Richmond generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Providence to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Providence to Richmond?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Providence 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Providence 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.

Best price found

01-17

$170

01-18

$243

Today

$221

01-20

$163

01-21

$101

01-22

$93

01-23

$103

01-24

$96

The cheapest trip from Providence to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $93

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

You can expect to pay from $93 to $245 for a bus ticket from Providence to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $93 which is on 2026-01-22.