Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US

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TodayJul 28
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TomorrowJul 29
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ThuJul 31
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FriAug 1
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Henrico
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: 5221 Brook Rd
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: BP Gas Station
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Durham

Bus
Average PriceUS$30 - US$110Average Duration3h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$39 - US$133Average Duration5h 21m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
3h 45mAverage Duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$38
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 45m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance216 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Richmond to Durham Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Richmond to Durham is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Richmond to Durham from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Durham from Richmond, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Durham, NC, US

  1. How far is Richmond from Durham?

    It's about 216 km (134 miles) from Richmond to Durham.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Richmond to Durham?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Main Street Station, in Richmond, and end it at Durham Greyhound Bus Station, in Durham.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-26
US$31
07-27
US$32
Today
US$27
07-29
US$26
07-30
US$26
07-31
US$28
08-01
US$26
08-02
US$28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of US$26

To 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 Durham, NC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$100 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26 which is on 2025-07-29.

Usually iLIKEBUS 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Richmond to Durham.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Richmond to Durham, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Richmond to Durham.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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