What is the travel distance from Richmond to Springfield?

Richmond and Springfield are 407 miles (656 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Richmond to Springfield start their journey at Main Street Station and wind up at Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Richmond to Springfield from $61 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to Springfield on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	10h 5m	5:35am	Springfield Union Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 5m	11:15am	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Henrico	13h 45m	11:15am	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	13h 50m	5:35am	Springfield Union Station	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	18h 45m	11:15am	Springfield Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Springfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

13h 45mAverage Duration

406 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$57 - $167	Average Duration13h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$78 - $483	Average Duration10h 29m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Springfield?

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 Springfield

A
Bus Station
1776 Main St, Springfield, MA 01103
B
UMass
1500 Main St (outside the CVS pharmacy), Springfield, MA 01115

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FlixBus

3.5/511,422 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,393 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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Springfield, MA by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$98

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$100

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$97

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$84

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$78

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Springfield, MA was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $78

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 Springfield, MA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $78 to $144 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Springfield, MA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually 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.