How much does a bus ticket from Richmond to Newark cost?

The bus ticket price from Richmond to Newark starts at R 769. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Richmond to Newark 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 Richmond to Newark?

The average travel time between Richmond and Newark is around 7h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 454 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Richmond and Newark?

The number of buses from Richmond to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Richmond to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Richmond to Newark?

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

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

Buses travelling between Richmond and Newark leave from Main Street Station or Staples Mill Road and arrive at Penn Station, Newark Liberty International Airport.

Bus Richmond to Newark from R 695 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Newark on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h	05:10	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	19:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 25m	01:55	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	8h 30m	15:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	9h 5m	17:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 15m	21:25	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Newark on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:45	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	6h 40m	22:25	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	03:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	10:00	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 30m	06:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h	11:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	06:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 20m	13:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Newark on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	9h 5m	17:35	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	03:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	10:00	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 30m	06:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h	11:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	06:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 20m	13:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Newark on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h	05:10	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	03:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	10:00	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 30m	06:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h	11:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	06:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 20m	13:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Newark on 10 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:45	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	6h 40m	22:25	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	03:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	10:00	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 30m	06:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h	11:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	06:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 20m	13:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Newark on 11 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:30	Henrico	6h 50m	04:20	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	03:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	10:00	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 30m	06:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h	11:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	8h 30m	15:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Newark on 12 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h	11:40	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	03:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	10:00	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 30m	06:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	05:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	8h 35m	14:30	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	10h 5m	18:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Newark on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:50	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	7h 35m	21:25	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	03:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 5m	10:00	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 30m	06:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h	11:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	05:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 40m	13:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 769, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

7h 10mAverage duration

454 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 769 - R 2 435	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 907 - R 10 662	Average duration6h 22m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Newark, NJ: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 1 117

Average bus trip duration7h 10m

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure00:05

Distance453 km

Latest bus departure22:50

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 202 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 354 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Customers appreciate the amazing bus driver, but some mention that the bathroom was smelly and not clean. Suggestions include improving waiting conditions outside in DC during cold weather.

Greyhound Richmond Newark recent customer reviews

The bus diver was amazing but the bathroom was smelly and it was not that clean on the bus

Marissa F.

24 March 2024

The internet was not working, longest and boring trip I have had in a long time.

Arianys P.

30 December 2016

It would be better if we didn’t wait in long lines outside in the cold in DC

Steven J.

12 March 2023

Amtrak

4/55 566 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Richmond to Newark Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Newark?

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

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Newark, NJ

How much does a bus ticket from Richmond to Newark cost?
The bus ticket price from Richmond to Newark starts at R 769. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Richmond to Newark 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 Richmond to Newark?
The average travel time between Richmond and Newark is around 7h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 454 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Richmond and Newark?
The number of buses from Richmond to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Richmond to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Richmond to Newark?
When taking the bus from Richmond to Newark, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Richmond to Newark?
Buses travelling between Richmond and Newark leave from Main Street Station or Staples Mill Road and arrive at Penn Station, Newark Liberty International Airport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/11

R 1 247

05/11

R 1 283

Today

R 1 141

07/11

R 1 069

08/11

R 1 060

09/11

R 1 141

10/11

R 980

11/11

R 953

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 953

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 953 to R 2 370 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 953, which is on 2025-11-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Richmond to Newark.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 Richmond to Newark.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Richmond to Newark.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Newark, NJ?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time7h 10m	Avg priceR 1 117	Daily departures19
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time6h 22m	Avg priceR 1 995	Daily departures20

Will you be returning to Richmond, VA, US by bus?

Bus from Newark, NJ to Richmond, VA, US

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