Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Henrico | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Richmond | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richmond | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Richmond | Columbus, GA (Bus Station) | No tags |
Get from Richmond to Columbus
The journey takes about 20 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Columbus, GA 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 Richmond to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Columbus start from $147. The average price for this route is around $197. 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 Richmond to Columbus?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Columbus is 20h 49m, covering a distance of 887 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Columbus route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Columbus at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Columbus?
A bus trip from Richmond to Columbus generates an estimated 22 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 Richmond to Columbus?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Columbus?
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 Richmond to Columbus?
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 Richmond to Columbus?
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.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Columbus, GA was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $137To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Columbus, GA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $137 to $137 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Columbus, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $137 which is on 2025-12-12.
