Find coaches from New York City to Richmond, VA, US

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Next departures from New York City to Richmond on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
bbbus.com
152 E Broadway
5221 Brook RdCheapest
CoachRun
Chinatown - E Broadway
Richmond (900 W Leigh St)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New York Port Authority
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
FlixBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Richmond

busbud logoWe recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just US$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

87bus per day
8hAverage duration
462 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceUS$34 - US$191Average duration8h
12kg CO₂e
Average priceUS$42 - US$588Average duration6h 47m
42kg CO₂e

Bus New York City to Richmond, VA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$56
Average bus trip duration8h
Number of daily buses87
Earliest bus departure00:50
Distance462 km
Latest bus departure23:59

New York City to Richmond Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Richmond, VA, US

  1. How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Richmond cost?

    The bus ticket price from New York City to Richmond starts at US$34. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Richmond?

    The average travel time between New York City and Richmond is around 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 462 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Richmond?

    The number of buses from New York City to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 87 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Richmond by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from New York City to Richmond?

    When taking the bus from New York City to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Richmond?

    Buses travelling between New York City and Richmond leave from Chinatown - E Broadway or New York Port Authority 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
28/10
US$35
29/10
US$65
Today
US$35
31/10
US$30
01/11
US$30
02/11
US$32
03/11
US$32
04/11
US$32
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$137 for a bus ticket from New York City to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-10-31.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York City to Richmond, get comfy and count the stars.

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

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from New York City to Richmond.

Did you know?

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.

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 New York City to Richmond, VA, US?

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