How much does a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Richmond cost?

The bus ticket price from Los Angeles to Richmond starts at US$187. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to Richmond is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Richmond?

The average travel time between Los Angeles and Richmond is around 2d 19h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 12h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3674 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Los Angeles and Richmond?

The number of buses from Los Angeles to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 26 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Los Angeles to Richmond by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Richmond?

When taking the bus from Los Angeles to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Richmond?

Buses travelling between Los Angeles and Richmond leave from UCLA or Ramirez Street bus stop and arrive at Main Street Station, Staples Mill Road, 8531 Fordson Rd.

Bus Los Angeles to Richmond from US$167 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Richmond on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:20	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 22h	14:15	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	15:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:45	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	03:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Richmond on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	14:15	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	15:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:45	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	03:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Richmond on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:20	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	3d 3h	20:15	Henrico	Cheapest
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	15:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:45	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	03:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Richmond on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	14:15	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	15:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:45	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	03:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Richmond on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 18h	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	15:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:45	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	03:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 2 days, 19 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

2d 19hAverage duration

3672 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$187 - US$591	Average duration2d 19h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$372 - US$2 685	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 334kg CO₂e

Bus Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$292

Average bus trip duration2d 19h

Number of daily buses26

Earliest bus departure00:25

Distance3672 km

Latest bus departure23:30

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 345 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 138 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, Sindbad, Infobus, Gontijo, Rider Express

Los Angeles to Richmond Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Richmond?

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Stops in Richmond

A - Main Street Station

B - Staples Mill Road

C - 8531 Fordson Rd

D - VCU

E - 2828 W. Broad St.

F - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Richmond, VA, US

How much does a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Richmond cost?
The bus ticket price from Los Angeles to Richmond starts at US$187. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to Richmond is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Richmond?
The average travel time between Los Angeles and Richmond is around 2d 19h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 12h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3674 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Los Angeles and Richmond?
The number of buses from Los Angeles to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 26 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Los Angeles to Richmond by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Richmond?
When taking the bus from Los Angeles to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Richmond?
Buses travelling between Los Angeles and Richmond leave from UCLA or Ramirez Street bus stop and arrive at Main Street Station, Staples Mill Road, 8531 Fordson Rd.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/10

US$224

30/10

US$243

Today

US$237

01/11

US$203

02/11

US$200

03/11

US$208

04/11

US$193

05/11

US$205

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$193

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

You can expect to pay from US$193 to US$358 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$193, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Los Angeles to Richmond but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Los Angeles to Richmond, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Los Angeles to Richmond will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Los Angeles to Richmond, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2d 19h	Avg priceUS$292	Daily departures26
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2d 23h	Avg priceUS$507	Daily departures5

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