How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Memphis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Memphis start from $120. The average price for this route is around $175. 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 Richmond to Memphis?

The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Memphis is 23h 20m, covering a distance of 718 miles (1158 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Memphis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Memphis at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Memphis generates an estimated 29 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 Richmond to Memphis?

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 5627 reviews.

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

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 Richmond to Memphis?

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 Richmond to Memphis?

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 Richmond to Memphis from $100 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Memphis on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	11:25pm	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25am	Henrico	21h	7:25am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
	11:30am	Main Street Station	1d 20h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 20m	4:20pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	12:00pm	Staples Mill Road	1d 19h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Memphis on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	1d 7h	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	19h 50m	11:25pm	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h	7:25am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 20m	4:20pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 1h	8:55pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Memphis on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 5h	4:20pm	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	19h 50m	11:25pm	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h	7:25am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 1h	8:55pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:50pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 3h	1:40am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Memphis on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	1d 7h	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	19h 50m	11:25pm	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h	7:25am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 1h	8:55pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 5h	4:20pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Memphis on December 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 1h	8:55pm	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	19h 50m	11:25pm	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h	7:25am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 20m	4:20pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	11:25pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Memphis on December 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h	7:25am	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	19h 50m	11:25pm	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 20m	4:20pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 1h	8:55pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	11:25pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 23 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

23h 20mAverage Duration

718 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $476	Average Duration23h 20m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$218 - $1,121	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 105kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Memphis?

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

Stops in Memphis

A
Airways Transit Center
3033 Airways Blvd, Memphis, TN 38131
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,644 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,431 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,605 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Memphis, TN 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 Richmond to Memphis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Memphis start from $120. The average price for this route is around $175. 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 Richmond to Memphis?
The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Memphis is 23h 20m, covering a distance of 718 miles (1158 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Memphis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Memphis?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Memphis at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Memphis?
A bus trip from Richmond to Memphis generates an estimated 29 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 Richmond to Memphis?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Memphis?
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 Richmond to Memphis?
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 Richmond to Memphis?
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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/12

$212

12/13

$189

Today

$178

12/15

$173

12/16

$121

12/17

$130

12/18

$214

12/19

$230

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Memphis, TN was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $121

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 Memphis, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $121 to $1,001 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2025-12-16.