What is the travel distance from Richmond to Columbia?

The distance separating Richmond and Columbia is 317 miles (511 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Richmond to Columbia start their journey at Main Street Station and wind up at Columbia Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Richmond to Columbia from $100 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Columbia on November 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:30am	Main Street Station	12h 55m	12:25am	Columbia, SC	CheapestFastest
		11:30am	Main Street Station	12h 55m	12:25am	Columbia, SC	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Columbia on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	7h 40m	9:30am	1729 Broad River Road	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Richmond to Columbia on November 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	7h 40m	9:30am	1729 Broad River Road	CheapestFastest
11:30am	Main Street Station	12h 55m	12:25am	Columbia, SC	No tags
11:30am	Main Street Station	12h 55m	12:25am	Columbia, SC	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Columbia on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		1:50am	5221 Brook Rd	7h 40m	9:30am	1729 Broad River Road	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:54 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Columbia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 40mAverage Duration

320 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$110 - $110	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $172	Average Duration8h 18m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Wanda Coach

2.5/5645 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

Amtrak

4/55,583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Columbia?

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

Stops in Columbia

A - Columbia Bus Station

B - McDonald's - Columbia

C - Flying J Travel Center

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC by bus

What is the travel distance from Richmond to Columbia?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Richmond to Columbia?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/12

$100

11/13

$100

Today

$100

11/15

$100

11/16

$100

11/17

$100

11/18

$100

11/19

$100

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Nov 12, 2025 with a price of $100

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

You can expect to pay from $100 to $739 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-11-15.

Usually Amtrak 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.