Bus from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Richmond on 25 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Albany Bus Terminal
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Albany Bus Terminal
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Albany Bus Terminal
HenricoNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Albany Bus Terminal
Richmond North (McDonalds Mechanicsville Tpk)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
11h 10mAverage duration
644 kmDistance
59kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€62 - €276Average duration15h 25m
16kg CO₂e
Average price€73 - €445Average duration11h 10m
59kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Albany, NY 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 Albany to Richmond?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Albany to Richmond start from €62. The average price for this route is around €92. 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 Albany to Richmond?

    The average bus journey time from Albany to Richmond is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 649 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Albany to Richmond at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.

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

    A bus journey from Albany to Richmond produces an estimated 16 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 Albany 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 12050 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany 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 Albany 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 Albany 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
22/01
€60
23/01
€85
Today
€85
25/01
€124
26/01
€98
27/01
€110
28/01
€81
29/01
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of €60

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

You can expect to pay from €60 to €125 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €81, which is on 2026-01-28.

Usually FlixBus 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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