Find coaches from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US

Today31 Jul
Tomorrow1 Aug
from US$45
Sat2 Aug
from US$59
Sun3 Aug
from US$45
Mon4 Aug
from US$61
Tue5 Aug
from US$75
Wed6 Aug
from US$44
Thu7 Aug
from US$54

Next departures to Richmond

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Main Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Main Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Union Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to Richmond

Bus
Average priceUS$35 - US$132Average duration6h 55m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$42 - US$158Average duration7h 57m
9kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charlottesville to Richmond

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 55mAverage duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$55
Average bus trip duration6h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure07:20
Distance68 miles

Charlottesville to Richmond Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Charlottesville to Richmond.

Bus service from Charlottesville to Richmond will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlottesville - Richmond, VA, US

  1. What's the distance between Charlottesville and Richmond by coach?

    The distance between Charlottesville and Richmond by coach is approximately 62 miles (100 km).

  2. How can I get from Charlottesville to Richmond without driving?

    You can travel to Richmond from Charlottesville by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/07
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30/07
US$42
Today
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01/08
US$42
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03/08
US$42
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 30 Jul 2025 with a price of US$42

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

You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$42, which is on 2025-08-01.

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Charlottesville to Richmond, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Charlottesville to Richmond.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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