How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Richmond start at R 546. The average price for this route is around R 1 019. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Richmond?

The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Richmond is 5h, covering a distance of 295 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Richmond at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Richmond produces an estimated 7 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 Wilmington to Richmond?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Richmond?

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 Wilmington to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Wilmington to Richmond from R 586 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Richmond on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	4h 35m	07:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	6h 10m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	4h 40m	21:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	5h	02:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	02:55	Newark (DE)	7h 35m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Richmond on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	4h 40m	07:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45	Wilmington Bus Station	6h 10m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	14:00	Newark (DE)	6h	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:50	Wilmington Bus Station	6h 10m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	4h 40m	21:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington 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 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 546, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

5hAverage duration

295 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 546 - R 2 930	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 556 - R 7 470	Average duration4h 49m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Richmond?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 624 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87433 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 976

Greyhound Wilmington Richmond recent customer reviews

It served our purpose going from a to b, but the staff was indifferent and not overly helpful. The bus needed some updated seats as they were hard to sit on for long, cramped and several were broken. Doubtful i will do this again

Michael H.

9 December 2017

Not good at all

Teddy J.

24 March 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, 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 Wilmington to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Richmond start at R 546. The average price for this route is around R 1 019. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Richmond?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Richmond is 5h, covering a distance of 295 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Richmond at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Richmond?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Richmond produces an estimated 7 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 Wilmington to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Richmond?
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 Wilmington to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

13/12

R 775

14/12

R 775

Today

R 775

16/12

R 723

17/12

R 741

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19/12

R 775

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 723

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

You can expect to pay from R 723 to R 2 204 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 723, which is on 2025-12-16.