How do I get from Charlottesville to Richmond without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to Richmond. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Charlottesville to Richmond?

Traveling from Charlottesville to Richmond takes about 5h 35m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 4h 2m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 62 miles (100 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Charlottesville from Richmond?

About 62 miles (100 km) separate Charlottesville and Richmond.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Charlottesville to Richmond leave from Campbells Travel Bus Stop and arrive at Main Street Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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

The average price of a one-way ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond is $65. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $44 to $155, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Charlottesville to Richmond (VA), US Bus Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 4 at 3:45pm
Departure city: Charlottesville
Departure location: Charlottesville Station
Arrival time: May 4 at 7:47pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Main Street Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 2m
Departure time: May 4 at 3:45pm
Departure city: Charlottesville
Departure location: Charlottesville Station
Arrival time: May 4 at 7:47pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Main Street Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 2m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Richmond.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $155	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$38 - $118	Average Duration7h 52m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Charlottesville to Richmond

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 35mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlottesville to Richmond: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$65

Average bus trip duration5h 35m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure7:55am

Distance68 miles (109 km)

Latest bus departure3:45pm

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Amtrak

4/55,086 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/586,953 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Greyhound Charlottesville Richmond recent customer reviews

Everything was fine except no time to clean the bus before we boarded. It was a mess!

Kathleen G.

April 11, 2019

The service was miserable. My bus got cancelled. I had to catch a flight in Richmond and spent 111$ to get there. I believe it would be Greyhound's responsibility to cover part of those costs. On top of that, there was a bus leaving at 8 a.m. leaving from C'ville to Richmond (the 4.30 a.m. one) They should have informed me so that I could have taken that one. I saw it because I came to the station for reimbursement but obviously did not have my luggage with me. So, I'm not satisfied with the service at all and will not use Greyhound in the future. Best, Franziska Oertle

Franziska O.

March 12, 2019

The bus was 5 hours late and almost left the station without picking up the people waiting there

Megan S.

October 8, 2018

OurBus

4/53,054 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

With about 1 daily trips between Charlottesville and Richmond, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

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Charlottesville to Richmond Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Richmond?

Stops in Charlottesville

A - Campbells Travel Bus Stop

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charlottesville - Richmond

How do I get from Charlottesville to Richmond without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Charlottesville to Richmond?
How far is Charlottesville from Richmond?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlottesville to Richmond?
How much does a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond cost?

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The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Richmond was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $58 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-05-02.

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 Charlottesville to Richmond.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Richmond?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 35m	Avg Price$65	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time7h 52m	Avg Price$71	Daily Departures2

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Bus Tickets from Charlottesville, VA to Richmond, VA

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Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Richmond?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charlottesville - Richmond

How do I get from Charlottesville to Richmond without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Charlottesville to Richmond?

How far is Charlottesville from Richmond?

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Richmond?

Will you be returning to Charlottesville by bus?

You can also go to Richmond by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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