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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Richmond (17th St and Ambler) | Houston Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Houston Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Houston Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Richmond to Houston
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $219, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Houston?
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
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Houston, 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 Richmond to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Houston start from $219. The average price for this route is around $301. 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 Houston?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Houston is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1874 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Houston route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Houston at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Houston?
A bus trip from Richmond to Houston generates an estimated 47 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 Houston?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Houston?
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 Houston?
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 Houston?
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 Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $228To 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 Houston, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $228 to $528 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $228 which is on 2026-01-07.
