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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 | Bus | Richmond | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Richmond | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Richmond | Knoxville Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Richmond to Knoxville
The journey takes about 19 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Knoxville?
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
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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 Knoxville
- AKnoxville Area Transit Bus Stop, 100 Kirkwood St, Knoxville, TN 37914, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Knoxville, TN 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 Knoxville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Knoxville start from $100. The average price for this route is around $255. 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 Knoxville?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Knoxville is 19h 55m, covering a distance of 600 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Knoxville route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Knoxville?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Knoxville at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Knoxville?
A bus trip from Richmond to Knoxville generates an estimated 15 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 Knoxville?
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 Knoxville?
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 Knoxville?
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 Knoxville?
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 Knoxville, TN was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $108To 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 Knoxville, TN, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $108 to $156 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Knoxville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $156 which is on 2026-01-17.
