Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Richmond on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
bbbus.comBus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook RdCheapest
bbbus.comBus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook RdFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:52 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day
6h 25mAverage duration
208 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£21 - £126Average duration6h 25m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£26 - £302Average duration5h 12m
30kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Richmond start from £21. The average price for this route is around £44. 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 journey from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Richmond is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 208 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 5m and is operated by BBBus.com.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Richmond route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, BBBus.com.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Richmond at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

    A bus journey from Philadelphia to Richmond produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia 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 11380 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Richmond?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia 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
26/11
£68
27/11
£35
Today
£35
29/11
£35
30/11
£35
01/12
£28
02/12
£28
03/12
£28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £185 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-12-01.

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.

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