What is the travel distance from Richmond to Norfolk?

About 81 miles (131 km) separate Richmond and Norfolk.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Richmond to Norfolk start their journey at Main Street Station and wind up at Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Richmond to Norfolk from $14 | Refundable Tickets

TodaySep 2

TomorrowSep 3

ThuSep 4

from $26

FriSep 5

from $27

SatSep 6

from $27

SunSep 7

from $27

MonSep 8

from $25

TueSep 9

from $23

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: September 4 at 5:25am
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Arrival time: September 4 at 7:05am
Destination city: Norfolk
Destination location: Norfolk
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 40m
Departure time: September 4 at 7:40am
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Arrival time: September 4 at 9:25am
Destination city: Norfolk
Destination location: Norfolk
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 45m
Departure time: September 4 at 7:40am
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Arrival time: September 4 at 9:50am
Destination city: Norfolk
Destination location: Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 10m
Departure time: September 4 at 4:30pm
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
Arrival time: September 4 at 6:30pm
Destination city: Norfolk
Destination location: Norfolk
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Norfolk.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $34	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$22 - $22	Average Duration2h 17m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from Richmond to Norfolk

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 2 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

2h 17mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest ticket

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$24

Average bus trip duration2h

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure5:25am

Distance93 miles (149 km)

Latest bus departure4:30pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,363 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Greyhound Richmond Norfolk recent customer reviews

The bus driver was RUDE...I said good morning... he ignored... many of the riders were equally dismayed. Hopefully they will voice concerns. He NEVER announced stops or gave introduction speech. Announced when arrived... one word...ARRIVED!!!

Robin R.

January 10, 2020

Bus got postponed numerous times was not sure that I would make it out of town so I had to find someone to come pick me up to get me home

Jacob M.

November 23, 2017

Wonderful experience

Jermaine W.

January 7, 2020

Greyhound

3.5/587,229 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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 Richmond Norfolk recent customer reviews

The bus driver was RUDE...I said good morning... he ignored... many of the riders were equally dismayed. Hopefully they will voice concerns. He NEVER announced stops or gave introduction speech. Announced when arrived... one word...ARRIVED!!!

Robin R.

January 10, 2020

Bus got postponed numerous times was not sure that I would make it out of town so I had to find someone to come pick me up to get me home

Jacob M.

November 23, 2017

Wonderful experience

Jermaine W.

January 7, 2020

OurBus

4/53,112 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Richmond and Norfolk, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Greyhound Richmond Norfolk recent customer reviews

The bus driver was RUDE...I said good morning... he ignored... many of the riders were equally dismayed. Hopefully they will voice concerns. He NEVER announced stops or gave introduction speech. Announced when arrived... one word...ARRIVED!!!

Robin R.

January 10, 2020

Bus got postponed numerous times was not sure that I would make it out of town so I had to find someone to come pick me up to get me home

Jacob M.

November 23, 2017

Wonderful experience

Jermaine W.

January 7, 2020

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Richmond to Norfolk Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Norfolk?

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 Norfolk

A - Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station

B - Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions for your trip Richmond, VA, US - Norfolk, VA

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

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

Best price found

08/31

$28

09/01

$27

Today

$25

09/03

No data

09/04

$19

09/05

$20

09/06

$20

09/07

$20

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of $19

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 Norfolk, VA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $30 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-09-04.

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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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Richmond to Norfolk.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Richmond to Norfolk, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Richmond to Norfolk.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Richmond, VA, US by bus?

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Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA

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Bus Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA: Trip Overview

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Greyhound Richmond Norfolk recent customer reviews

Greyhound Richmond Norfolk recent customer reviews

Greyhound Richmond Norfolk recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Norfolk?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Richmond, VA, US - Norfolk, VA

What is the travel distance from Richmond to Norfolk?

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

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Richmond, VA, US by bus?

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Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

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