Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on December 18
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108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
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108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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199 Spring Garden St.
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on December 19
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Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Cheapest
Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on December 20
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Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Cheapest
Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on December 21
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Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on December 22
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Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Cheapest
Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on December 23
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Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Cheapest
Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
No tags
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on December 24
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Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Cheapest
Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
No tags
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on December 25
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Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Cheapest
Bus
108 Spring Garden St
5221 Brook Rd
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
No tags
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
No tags
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Richmond
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
FlixBus Philadelphia Richmond recent customer reviews
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 Philadelphia Richmond recent customer reviews
The bus ran extremely late due to a system outage, the staff allowed questions to be asked and reassured people that the buses would be leaving they just didn’t know when.
1 out of 5 stars
Nia K.
Extra delay. We were supposed to arrive at 3:55am but got there at 7:40am instead.
Based on 131 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. BBBus.com ticket prices on this trip start at $37
bbbus.com Philadelphia Richmond recent customer reviews
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Richmond start from $36. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Richmond is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 206 miles (333 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, BBBus.com.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Richmond at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Richmond?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Richmond generates an estimated 8 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Philadelphia 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
12/16
$35
12/17
$35
Today
$35
12/19
$35
12/20
$35
12/21
$35
12/22
$35
12/23
$45
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $35
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $177 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-19.
Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $35
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
