Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to Richmond on December 22
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Richmond (17th St and Ambler)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 2 days, 19 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $299, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
2d 19hAverage Duration
2248 milesDistance
91kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$299 - $853Average Duration2d 19h
91kg CO₂e
Average Price$456 - $2,533Average Duration3d 4h
329kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Richmond, VA, US 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 San Diego to Richmond?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Richmond start from $299. The average price for this route is around $357. 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 San Diego to Richmond?

    The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Richmond is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 2248 miles (3626 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Richmond route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Richmond?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Richmond at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Richmond?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Richmond generates an estimated 91 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 San Diego to Richmond?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Richmond?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Richmond?

    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 San Diego to Richmond?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 22, 2025 with a price of $368

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

You can expect to pay from $368 to $425 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $368 which is on 2025-12-22.

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