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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Henrico | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | No tags |
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Get from Columbus to Richmond
The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 275, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Richmond?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in Richmond
- A1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
- BRichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- C8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH 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 Columbus to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Richmond start from PEN 275. The average price for this route is around PEN 352. 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 Columbus to Richmond?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Richmond is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 340 miles (549 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Richmond route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Richmond at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Richmond?
A bus trip from Columbus to Richmond generates an estimated 13.704249999999998 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 Columbus to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87553 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus 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 has the most timely service from Columbus to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Columbus to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler 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.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on May 20, 2026 with a price of PEN 277To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 277 to PEN 633 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 308 which is on 2026-05-24.
Usually FlixBus 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.
