Bus from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Richmond to San Antonio on January 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
San Antonio Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Henrico
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
San Antonio Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 19hAverage Duration
2138 kmDistance
53kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$162 - $875Average Duration1d 19h
53kg CO₂e
Average Price$348 - $3,371Average Duration2d 14h
195kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to San Antonio?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to San Antonio start from $162. The average price for this route is around $426. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Richmond to San Antonio?

    The average bus travel time from Richmond to San Antonio is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 2138 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richmond to San Antonio route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to San Antonio?

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to San Antonio at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to San Antonio?

    A bus trip from Richmond to San Antonio generates an estimated 53 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richmond to San Antonio?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to San Antonio?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond to San Antonio?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to San Antonio?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $447

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 San Antonio, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $447 to $1,909 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $447 which is on 2026-01-23.

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