How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Richmond start from $98. The average price for this route is around $142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Burlington to Richmond?

The average bus trip duration from Burlington to Richmond is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 527 miles (850 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Burlington to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Richmond at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Burlington to Richmond generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Burlington to Richmond?

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 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Burlington to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Burlington to Richmond?

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 Burlington to Richmond from $191 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Burlington to Richmond on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:50am	Downtown Transit Centre	18h 40m	9:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
	1:18pm	Pearl St	20h 42m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:25am	Downtown Transit Centre	20h	7:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	1:18pm	Pearl St	20h 42m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:50am	Downtown Transit Centre	20h 15m	11:05pm	Henrico	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Richmond on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:50am	Downtown Transit Centre	18h 40m	9:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
	5:13am	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	16h 2m	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	1:18pm	Pearl St	20h 14m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:25am	Downtown Transit Centre	20h 5m	7:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	1:18pm	Pearl St	20h 14m	9:32am	Main Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:44 PM EST.

Get from Burlington to Richmond

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

20h 45mAverage Duration

527 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Burlington and Richmond?

Stops in Burlington

A
Downtown Transit Centre
45-68 St Paul St, VT 05401, USA
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B
Burlington Airport
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C
University of Vermont
University Place Extension., Burlington, VT 05405, USA
D
Prc
173-175 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA

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

Amtrak

4/55,617 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Burlington, VT, US to Richmond, VA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Richmond start from $98. The average price for this route is around $142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Burlington to Richmond?
The average bus trip duration from Burlington to Richmond is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 527 miles (850 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Burlington to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Burlington to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Richmond at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Richmond?
A bus trip from Burlington to Richmond generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Burlington to Richmond?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Burlington to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Burlington to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Burlington to Richmond?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $256

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

You can expect to pay from $256 to $410 for a bus ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $256 which is on 2025-12-01.