How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Richmond start at R 1 713. The average price for this route is around R 2 520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Richmond?

The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Richmond is 16h, covering a distance of 953 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Richmond at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Richmond?

A bus trip from Birmingham to Richmond produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Richmond?

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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Richmond?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Birmingham to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Richmond?

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 Birmingham to Richmond from R 1 508 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Birmingham to Richmond on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 50m	20:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 5m	03:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	17:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	15h 40m	09:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	17h 35m	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	23:35	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	16h 10m	16:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham 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 16 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 713, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

16hAverage duration

953 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 713 - R 4 949	Average duration16h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 382 - R 17 740	Average duration22h 23m	CO₂ emissions 87kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Richmond?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 408 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Richmond start at R 1 713. The average price for this route is around R 2 520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Richmond?
The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Richmond is 16h, covering a distance of 953 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Richmond at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Richmond?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Richmond produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Richmond?
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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Birmingham to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Richmond?
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.

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R 2 526

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R 3 911

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R 1 508

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 508

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 508 to R 5 139 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 508, which is on 2025-12-04.