Next available departures

Next departures from Richmond to Philadelphia on 12 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	22:55	5221 Brook Rd	4h 20m	03:15	PPA Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	19:20	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 10m	00:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	8h 5m	02:50	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	21:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 15m	03:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	21:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	7h 45m	05:35	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	21:10	Henrico	5h 55m	03:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	21:10	Henrico	8h 25m	05:35	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Philadelphia on 13 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	15:15	5221 Brook Rd	5h 20m	20:35	PPA Transportation Center	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	22:55	5221 Brook Rd	4h 20m	03:15	PPA Transportation Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 35m	06:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 30m	11:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 20m	15:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:00	Staples Mill Road	4h 56m	11:56	30th Street Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	04:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	10:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 55m	13:00	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Philadelphia on 14 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 20m	15:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	22:55	5221 Brook Rd	4h 20m	03:15	PPA Transportation Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 35m	06:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	02:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 15m	08:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 20m	22:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:00	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	12:28	30th Street Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:15	5221 Brook Rd	5h 15m	10:30	PPA Transportation Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	04:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	10:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Philadelphia on 15 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	19:20	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 10m	00:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	22:55	5221 Brook Rd	4h 20m	03:15	PPA Transportation Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 35m	06:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	02:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 15m	08:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 20m	15:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:00	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	12:28	30th Street Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	04:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	10:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 55m	13:00	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Philadelphia on 16 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	19:20	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 10m	00:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	22:55	5221 Brook Rd	4h 20m	03:15	PPA Transportation Center	Fastest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 40m	06:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	04:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	10:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 55m	13:00	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:00	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	12:28	30th Street Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 20m	15:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	21:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 15m	03:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Philadelphia on 17 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	19:20	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 10m	00:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	22:55	5221 Brook Rd	4h 20m	03:15	PPA Transportation Center	Fastest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 40m	06:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	04:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	10:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 15m	11:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:00	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	12:28	30th Street Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 55m	13:00	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 20m	15:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Philadelphia on 18 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	15:15	5221 Brook Rd	5h 20m	20:35	PPA Transportation Center	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	22:55	5221 Brook Rd	4h 20m	03:15	PPA Transportation Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 35m	06:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	02:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 30m	08:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 20m	15:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	07:00	Staples Mill Road	5h 28m	12:28	30th Street Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	04:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	10:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 30m	11:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Philadelphia on 19 September
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	05:15	5221 Brook Rd	5h 15m	10:30	PPA Transportation Center	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	22:55	5221 Brook Rd	4h 20m	03:15	PPA Transportation Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 35m	06:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	02:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 30m	08:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 20m	15:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	04:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 50m	10:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	06:15	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	5h 30m	11:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h 20m	22:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just R 551, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

5h 16mAverage duration

330 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 631 - R 2 680	Average duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 551 - R 8 127	Average duration5h 16m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Richmond and Philadelphia

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 Philadelphia

A
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
E
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/515 637 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 15637 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 648

FlixBus Richmond Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Bus was a 2 hour delay after a previous 1 hour delay. Canceled and got on the train

Yesha F.

8 November 2025

Greyhound

3.5/588 138 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 88138 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 631

Greyhound Richmond Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The overall travel experience was great. The late departure did not bother me because I was not pressed ford time. I did however leave my baby's bag on the top of bus w/o a tag but was the last person to get off. I called as soon as I noticed & talked to someone who told me they couldn't confirm anything until 5:30am. I called Greyhound & was directed to call the station in Philadelphia in which they said they didn't find anything & took my number just in case it showed up. She even called the bus lot for me which was very helpful. I will definitely travel Greyhound again.

Crishelle M.

19 February 2019

Bus never arrived

Ilya K.

18 August 2025

The bus was cold and rundown.

Shaniqua W.

4 February 2020

Amtrak

4.1/56 482 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

BBBus.com

3.1/5262 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.7

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting punctual arrivals and departures. The buses are consistently clean, providing a pleasant travel environment. Additionally, onboard Wi-Fi is available for passengers' convenience. A suggestion was made to improve signage at early morning stops for better guidance of travelers.

bbbus.com Richmond Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Simple ride from Richmond to Phil. Only suggestion is to have a lighted (and signage at bus stop for 5:15am passengers.😎

Linda F.

12 April 2026

The bus arrived early and left on schedule. We always arrive on time, despite traffic. The buses are clean. The buses are not filthy. All of the riders behaved themselves. There was wifi on the bus.

Yureka C.

30 January 2026

It was ok

Leroy M.

22 June 2026

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA, 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Philadelphia start at R 631. The average price for this route is around R 887. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Philadelphia is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 337 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, BBBus.com.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Philadelphia at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Richmond to Philadelphia produces an estimated 8.409525 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 Philadelphia?
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 6482 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Philadelphia?
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

10/09

R 744

11/09

R 744

Today

R 744

13/09

R 744

14/09

R 628

15/09

R 612

16/09

R 595

17/09

R 612

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA, US was searched and found on 16 Sept 2026 with a price of R 595

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 Philadelphia, PA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 595 to R 3 999 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Philadelphia, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 595, which is on 2026-09-16.

Usually Amtrak 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.