How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Richmond start from $114. The average price for this route is around $198. 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 Rochester to Richmond?

The average bus travel time from Rochester to Richmond is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 626 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Rochester to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Richmond at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Richmond?

A bus trip from Rochester to Richmond generates an estimated 16 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 Rochester to Richmond?

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 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Richmond?

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 Rochester to Richmond?

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 Rochester to Richmond?

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.

Bus Rochester to Richmond from $113 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Rochester to Richmond on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:30pm	Rochester	16h 40m	8:10am	Henrico	No tags
	Bus	5:20pm	Rochester	18h 5m	11:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	6:55pm	Rochester	18h 35m	1:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:50pm	Rochester	20h 20m	8:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	11:50pm	Rochester	14h 55m	2:45pm	Richmond	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

16h 5mAverage Duration

626 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$114 - $594	Average Duration16h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$159 - $802	Average Duration15h 59m	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Richmond?

Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,605 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to Richmond, VA, 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 Rochester to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Richmond start from $114. The average price for this route is around $198. 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 Rochester to Richmond?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to Richmond is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 626 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Richmond at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Richmond?
A bus trip from Rochester to Richmond generates an estimated 16 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 Rochester to Richmond?
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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Richmond?
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 Rochester to Richmond?
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 Rochester to Richmond?
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.

Best price found

12-12

$236

12-13

$205

Today

No data

12-15

$152

12-16

$169

12-17

$158

12-18

$155

12-19

$201

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $152

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rochester, NY, US to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $152 to $314 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $152 which is on 2025-12-15.

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.