How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Boston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Boston start at R 993. The average price for this route is around R 1 429. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Boston?

The average bus journey time from Richmond to Boston is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 758 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Boston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Boston at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Boston produces an estimated 19 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 Richmond to Boston?

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 5696 reviews.

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

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 Richmond to Boston?

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 Richmond to Boston?

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 Richmond to Boston from R 889 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Richmond to Boston on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:45	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	13h 25m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	21:30	Henrico	11h 30m	09:00	Brookline	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 55m	18:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	16:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 10m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 25m	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Boston on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:20	Henrico	18h 25m	14:45	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	Cheapest
	Bus	21:30	Henrico	11h 30m	09:00	Brookline	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 55m	12:00	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	16:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 10m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 5m	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Boston on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 10m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 25m	15:10	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 55m	12:00	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 20m	21:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	06:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 35m	18:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Boston on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	16h 35m	14:45	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 25m	15:10	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 55m	12:00	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 20m	21:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	16:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 10m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Boston on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 5m	11:15	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 25m	15:10	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 55m	12:00	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 20m	21:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	16:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 10m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Boston on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 15m	11:25	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 25m	15:10	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 55m	12:00	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 20m	21:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	16:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 10m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Boston on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	06:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 35m	18:50	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	21:30	Henrico	11h 30m	09:00	Brookline	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 20m	13:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	15h 5m	16:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	16:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 10m	05:10	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Boston on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 30m	19:20	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	Cheapest
	Bus	21:30	Henrico	11h 30m	09:00	Brookline	Fastest
	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 30m	14:35	Boston (South Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 55m	18:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 25m	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 993, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

13h 30mAverage duration

758 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 993 - R 2 855	Average duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 202 - R 10 875	Average duration12h 10m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Boston?

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

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 948 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 485 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 709 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, 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 Richmond to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Boston start at R 993. The average price for this route is around R 1 429. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Boston?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Boston is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 758 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Boston at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Boston?
A bus trip from Richmond to Boston produces an estimated 19 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 Richmond to Boston?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Boston?
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 Richmond to Boston?
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 Richmond to Boston?
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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/01

R 1 947

05/01

R 1 561

Today

R 1 611

07/01

R 1 376

08/01

R 1 267

09/01

R 1 225

10/01

R 1 158

11/01

R 1 376

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 158

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 158 to R 2 416 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 158, which is on 2026-01-10.

Usually 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.