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

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Richmond start at R 2 932. The average price for this route is around R 6 129. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Richmond is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 3681 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 13h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Richmond route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Richmond at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Richmond produces an estimated 92 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Richmond?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles 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.

Bus Los Angeles to Richmond from R 2 561 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Richmond on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 19h	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	15:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	03:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	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 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 20h	14:15	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	15:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	03:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 13h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:18 PM PST.

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 R 2 932, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

2d 19hAverage duration

3681 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 932 - R 15 955	Average duration2d 19h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 362 - R 62 824	Average duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 334kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Richmond?

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
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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

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
Visit page
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

3.5/587 483 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 931 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Richmond start at R 2 932. The average price for this route is around R 6 129. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Richmond?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Richmond is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 3681 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Richmond at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Richmond?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Richmond produces an estimated 92 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles 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

03/01

R 10 570

04/01

R 4 318

Today

R 6 913

06/01

R 6 812

07/01

R 4 076

08/01

No data

09/01

R 4 586

10/01

R 3 640

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 640

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 R 3 640 to R 11 106 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 R 3 640, which is on 2026-01-10.