Bus from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Richmond to Austin on 16 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Henrico
Downtown AustinNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus + Valley Transit
Bus
Richmond
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound + Valley Transit
Bus
Richmond
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Richmond
Downtown AustinNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Richmond
Austin South CongressNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day
1d 18hAverage duration
1261 milesDistance
51kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£116 - £498Average duration1d 18h
51kg CO₂e
Average price£173 - £1,926Average duration2d 11h
185kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, 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 Richmond to Austin?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Richmond to Austin start from £116. The average price for this route is around £206. 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 Richmond to Austin?

    The average bus journey time from Richmond to Austin is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1261 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Austin at 04:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

    A bus journey from Richmond to Austin produces an estimated 51 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 Richmond to Austin?

    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 5696 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond to Austin?

    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 Austin?

    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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13/01
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14/01
£266
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16/01
£186
17/01
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18/01
£336
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 16 Jan 2026 with a price of £186

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 Austin, TX, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £186 to £953 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £186, which is on 2026-01-16.

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

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