How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Los Angeles?

The cheapest coach tickets from Richmond to Los Angeles start from €138. The average price for this route is around €270. 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 3672 km. 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?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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 00:05. 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 5733 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.

Bus Richmond to Los Angeles from €183 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Los Angeles on 27 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 21h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 19h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 19h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Los Angeles on 28 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 20h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 13h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	11:30	Main Street Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 15h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 18h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Los Angeles on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:10	Henrico	2d 20h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 13h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	11:30	Main Street Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 15h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 14h	05:10	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Los Angeles on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 15h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 13h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 14h	05:10	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	09:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 17h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 18h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Los Angeles on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 15h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 13h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	11:30	Main Street Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 14h	05:10	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	09:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 17h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Los Angeles on 2 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	3d 11h	06:05	UCLA	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 13h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 15h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 14h	05:10	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2d 19h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

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 25 minutes and with fares starting at just €138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

2d 18hAverage duration

3672 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€138 - €773	Average duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€224 - €3,182	Average duration3d 7h	CO₂ emissions 334kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Los Angeles?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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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

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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 €138. The average price for this route is around €270. 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 3672 km. 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?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
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 00:05. 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 5733 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.

Best price found

25/01

No data

26/01

€160

Today

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28/01

€349

29/01

€184

30/01

€186

31/01

€217

01/02

€183

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of €160

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €160 to €1,762 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 €183, which is on 2026-02-01.

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.