Bus from Richmond, VA, US to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to New York City on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
bbbus.comBus
5221 Brook Rd
152 E BroadwayCheapest
Wanda CoachBus
5221 Brook Rd
103 Canal St Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
FlixBusBus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Henrico
New York Port AuthorityNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day
7h 10mAverage Duration
288 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$37 - $117Average Duration7h 10m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$51 - $518Average Duration6h 53m
42kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to New York City by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to New York City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to New York City start from $37. The average price for this route is around $53. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Richmond to New York City?

    The average bus trip duration from Richmond to New York City is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 288 miles (465 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by Wanda Coach.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richmond to New York City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach, BBBus.com, CoachRun, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to New York City at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to New York City?

    A bus trip from Richmond to New York City generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richmond to New York City?

    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 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to New York City?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Richmond to New York City?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to New York City?

    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
12/01
$35
12/02
$35
Today
$35
12/04
$35
12/05
$35
12/06
$35
12/07
$35
12/08
$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to New York City was searched and found on Dec 1, 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 Richmond, VA, US to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $103 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.

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