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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5221 Brook Rd | 1729 Broad River Road | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Main Street Station | Columbia, SC | No tags | |||||
| Main Street Station | Columbia, SC | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Columbia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Columbia. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Columbia?
Stops in Richmond
- A1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
- BRichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- C8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
- 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 Columbia
- A
Columbia Bus Station
710-A Buckner Rd, Columbia, SC 29203 - B
McDonald's - Columbia
7400 Wilson Blvd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA - C
Flying J Travel Center
5901 Fairfield Rd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC by bus
What is the travel distance from Richmond to Columbia?
The distance between Richmond and Columbia is around 511 km (317 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Richmond to Columbia?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Main Street Station, in Richmond, and end it at Columbia Bus Station, in Columbia.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $144To 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 Columbia, SC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $144 to $713 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $144 which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually Amtrak 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Columbia, SC?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
