How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Washington start from $31. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Washington?

The average bus travel time from Richmond to Washington is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 165 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , BBBus.com , Amtrak , CoachRun , Virginia Breeze , Megabus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Washington at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Washington generates an estimated 4 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 Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Virginia Breeze has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Virginia Breeze , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Richmond to Washington from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Washington on November 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 15m	12:25am	Union Station	Cheapest
10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 49m	11:59pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Fastest
7:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 55m	9:25pm	Union Station	No tags
9:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 55m	11:05pm	Union Station	No tags
8:20pm	Henrico	2h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Washington on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:40am	Main Street Station	2h 20m	1:00pm	Washington Bus Station	Cheapest
10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 49m	11:59pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Fastest
12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	1:55am	Union Station	No tags
1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 55m	3:05am	Union Station	No tags
11:30am	Main Street Station	3h 42m	3:12pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Washington on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:40am	Main Street Station	2h 20m	1:00pm	Washington Bus Station	Cheapest
	3:30am	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	1h 45m	5:15am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	Fastest
	12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	1:55am	Union Station	No tags
	1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 55m	3:05am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	3h 35m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Washington on November 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:40am	Main Street Station	2h 20m	1:00pm	Washington Bus Station	Cheapest
3:30am	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	1h 45m	5:15am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	Fastest
12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	1:55am	Union Station	No tags
1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 55m	3:05am	Union Station	No tags
11:30am	Main Street Station	3h 42m	3:12pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Washington on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 15m	12:25am	Union Station	Cheapest
	3:30am	Richmond (900 W Leigh St)	1h 45m	5:15am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	Fastest
	12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	1:55am	Union Station	No tags
	1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 55m	3:05am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	3h 35m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Washington on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	2h 15m	12:35pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	10:50pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 45m	12:35am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Fastest
	12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	1:55am	Union Station	No tags
	1:10am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 55m	3:05am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	3h 35m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Washington on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	2h 15m	12:35pm	Union Station	Cheapest
10:50pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 45m	12:35am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Fastest
12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	1:55am	Union Station	No tags
4:40am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h	6:40am	Union Station	No tags
11:30am	Main Street Station	3h 42m	3:12pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Washington on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	2h 30m	4:20pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 49m	11:59pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Fastest
	12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	1:55am	Union Station	No tags
	4:40am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h	6:40am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	3h 35m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

165 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $91	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $129	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Washington?

Stops in Richmond

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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C
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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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 Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11456 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $33

FlixBus Richmond Washington recent customer reviews

My bus (through Flix) was canceled the night before my trip, and the second (through Greyhound) was three hours late with no explanation or people at the counter.

Katherine M.

September 6, 2023

Great driver, very clean

Jason S.

October 27, 2024

Bus was an hour late no explaination or warning.

Marica W.

January 29, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

According to 17 reviews, Greyhound received a 3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $33

Greyhound Richmond Washington recent customer reviews

Didnt even ride on it cuz it was coming late and didn't know how long so used another bus

Muhammad Sajidur R.

January 14, 2024

I was very upset that the bus driver decided to not let me on the bus when he did leave it. He was very rude and didn’t even care. I will never recommend greyhound bus from Richmond. Very rude bus driver

Jacqueline A.

December 21, 2020

Staff were not too helpful, we waited almost one hour without an update only to be told bus would arrive sometime within the next hour, meaning a 2 HR delay. We had to abandon bus trip and Uber

Affiong W.

June 20, 2019

BBBus.com

3/5127 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.1

Wifi2.1

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users appreciate the ease of transportation and helpful service provided. However, there were reports of a morning train being over two hours late and concerns about insufficient air conditioning on both train rides, which made them feel warm.

Amtrak Richmond Washington recent customer reviews

I was traveling with luggage and from what I read l had planned to check my large bag. That wasn't available. Struggled with the bags getting on and off. At 83 that was not pleasant.

Mary C.

May 6, 2024

We enjoyed the ease of transportation to and from DC. However our morning train was 2 hours and 7 min late. There was also hardly and air on both train rides so it felt very warm on the train rides

Daniel J.

September 25, 2023

5.30. Quite car. My game when I visit Richmond. Thanks.

Douglas S.

August 2, 2025

CoachRun

3.5/5657 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.2

Virginia Breeze

4.5/512 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Megabus

3.5/5412 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 412 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus ticket prices on this trip start at $37

Megabus US Richmond Washington recent customer reviews

Worst. I had to change my plan as Bus was 55 min late even the arrival from previous journey. After waiting for 55 min, I took the Uber and proceed to Washington Airport

Muhammad A.

August 19, 2024

Departed on time; arrived early

Andi K.

May 27, 2024

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, 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 Richmond to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Washington start from $31. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Washington?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Washington is 2h 10m, covering a distance of 165 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, BBBus.com, Amtrak, CoachRun, Virginia Breeze, Megabus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Washington at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Washington?
A bus trip from Richmond to Washington generates an estimated 4 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 Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Virginia Breeze has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Virginia Breeze, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

11-25

$52

11-26

$58

Today

$39

11-28

$40

11-29

$43

11-30

$43

12-01

$34

12-02

$29

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $29

To 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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $444 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound, 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.