Bus from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Richmond on January 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Richmond (17th St and Ambler)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 8:47 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
2d 18hAverage Duration
3672 kmDistance
92kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$226 - $1,428Average Duration2d 18h
92kg CO₂e
Average Price$466 - $4,463Average Duration2d 22h
334kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Richmond start from $226. The average price for this route is around $510. 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?

    The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Richmond is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 3672 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Richmond route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Richmond?

    The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Richmond at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Richmond?

    A bus trip from Los Angeles to Richmond generates an estimated 92 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Los Angeles 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Richmond?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles 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
01-10
$625
01-11
$359
Today
$562
01-13
$324
01-14
$310
01-15
$332
01-16
$309
01-17
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $309

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

You can expect to pay from $309 to $970 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $309 which is on 2026-01-16.

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