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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Cheapest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | |||||
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Los Angeles?
Stops in Richmond
- A1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
- BRichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- C8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
- 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
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Los Angeles?
The cheapest coach tickets from Richmond to Los Angeles start from £150. The average price for this route is around £218. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Los Angeles is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 2282 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 13h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Los Angeles route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Los Angeles at 04:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Los Angeles?
A bus journey from Richmond to Los Angeles produces an estimated 92 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Richmond to Los Angeles?
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 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond to Los Angeles?
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 Richmond to Los Angeles?
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.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £174To 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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £174 to £1,038 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £174, which is on 2025-12-07.
Usually Amtrak 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
