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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Richmond (17th St and Ambler) | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Providence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Providence?
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 Providence
- A99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
- BBroadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
- C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904 - D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903 - E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA - F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Providence 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 Richmond to Providence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Providence start from $83. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Richmond to Providence?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Providence is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 702 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Providence route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Providence?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Providence at 3:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Providence?
A bus trip from Richmond to Providence generates an estimated 18 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 Richmond to Providence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Providence?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond to Providence?
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 Richmond to Providence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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 Providence was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $127To 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 Providence, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $127 to $272 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $127 which is on 2025-12-25.
What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Providence?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
