How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Richmond start from $122. The average price for this route is around $237. 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 Chicago to Richmond?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Richmond is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 983 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 44 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Richmond at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Richmond generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 87463 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Chicago 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.

Bus Chicago to Richmond from $136 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Richmond on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 15h	3:55pm	Richmond North (McDonalds Mechanicsville Tpk)	Cheapest
	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 4h	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	6:50am	Henrico	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	10:30am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Richmond on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	8:10am	Henrico	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 15m	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Fastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 40m	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 45m	9:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 55m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Richmond on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 50m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 15m	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Fastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 40m	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 45m	9:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 55m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Richmond on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 4h	4:40am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 15m	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Fastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 40m	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 45m	9:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 45m	8:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Richmond on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 4h	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 15m	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Fastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 40m	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 45m	9:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	8:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Richmond on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 40m	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 15m	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Fastest
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 35m	9:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 55m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:51 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 23 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

23h 9mAverage Duration

988 kmDistance

90kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$122 - $600	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$123 - $505	Average Duration23h 9m	CO₂ emissions 90kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Richmond?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Stops in Richmond

A
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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C
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
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E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
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F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87492 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $122

Greyhound Chicago Richmond recent customer reviews

Service was so bad that they can’t reprint a ticket plus buses braking down all times

Wilfredo G.

October 12, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,982 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Richmond start from $122. The average price for this route is around $237. 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 Chicago to Richmond?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Richmond is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 983 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 44 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Richmond at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Richmond?
A bus trip from Chicago to Richmond generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Richmond?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Chicago 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.

Best price found

01-07

$250

01-08

$241

Today

$241

01-10

$250

01-11

$220

01-12

$173

01-13

$226

01-14

$221

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $173

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

You can expect to pay from $173 to $300 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $173 which is on 2026-01-12.