Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus
| Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Columbus (E Mound St) | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus
| Henrico | Columbus (E Mound St) | ||||
 | Bus
| Henrico | 100 E Rich St | ||||
| Bus
| Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | 100 E Rich St | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus
| Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Columbus (E Mound St) |
Get from Richmond to Columbus
The journey takes about 16 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Richmond and Columbus
Stops in Richmond
- A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA - B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA - C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 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
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Columbus, OH 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 $115. The average price for this route is around $173. 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 16h 45m, covering a distance of 551 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 10m 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 4:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Columbus?
A bus trip from Richmond to Columbus generates an estimated 13.758349999999998 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 FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 16115 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, OH was searched and found on Oct 20, 2026 with a price of $110To 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, OH, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $110 to $254 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $110 which is on 2026-10-20.
Usually Greyhound 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.
