How much does a bus ticket from New Orleans to Richmond cost?

The bus ticket price from New Orleans to Richmond starts at US$76. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Richmond?

The average travel time between New Orleans and Richmond is around 1d , although the fastest bus will take about 21h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1440 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between New Orleans and Richmond?

The number of buses from New Orleans to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from New Orleans to Richmond?

When taking the bus from New Orleans to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak.

Bus New Orleans to Richmond from US$104 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 30 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	20:15	Henrico	Fastest
	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	21:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	06:50	Henrico	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 16h	14:15	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	21:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	20:15	Henrico	Fastest
	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 15m	08:20	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	04:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	21h 30m	18:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 15m	07:20	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	13:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	05:50	Henrico	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:05	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 45m	06:50	Henrico	Fastest
	07:05	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	08:20	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 16h	14:15	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags
	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:43 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans 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 1 day, 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d Average duration

1436 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$76 - US$319	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$188 - US$1 353	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 131kg CO₂e

Bus New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$135

Average bus trip duration1d

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure05:10

Distance1436 km

Latest bus departure23:15

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 341 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 555 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

New Orleans to Richmond Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from New Orleans to Richmond is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from New Orleans to Richmond.

Discover how much the bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Richmond?

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

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 New Orleans - Richmond, VA, US

How much does a bus ticket from New Orleans to Richmond cost?
The bus ticket price from New Orleans to Richmond starts at US$76. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Richmond?
The average travel time between New Orleans and Richmond is around 1d , although the fastest bus will take about 21h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1440 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New Orleans and Richmond?
The number of buses from New Orleans to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New Orleans to Richmond?
When taking the bus from New Orleans to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/10

US$226

29/10

US$73

Today

US$160

31/10

US$127

01/11

US$165

02/11

US$114

03/11

No data

04/11

No data

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$73

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

You can expect to pay from US$73 to US$226 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$114, which is on 2025-11-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from New Orleans to Richmond.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Richmond, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans 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 time1d	Avg priceUS$135	Daily departures8
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 8h	Avg priceUS$326	Daily departures6

Will you be returning to New Orleans by bus?

Bus from Richmond, VA, US to New Orleans

You can also go to Richmond, VA, US by train

Train from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US

Top travelled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud.com makes it easy for you to find, compare and book city-to-city bus tickets, all over the world. We save you the extra trip to the bus station. Use Busbud to book your trip online, in your own language and currency, wherever you are. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.

Find coaches from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US