Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, US

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Next departures for Richmond to Washington on November 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Virginia Breeze
    Main Street Station
    Washington Bus StationCheapest
    FlixBus
    Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.Fastest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Union StationNo tags
    FlixBus
    Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Union StationNo tags
    Amtrak
    Main Street Station
    Union StationNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:21 PM EST.

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    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.

    32bus per day
    2h 10mAverage Duration
    157 kmDistance
    4kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$31 - $98Average Duration2h 10m
    4kg CO₂e
    Average Price$25 - $130Average Duration2h 25m
    14kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, US by bus

    1. What is the distance between Richmond and Washington?

      It's about 154 km (96 miles) from Richmond to Washington.

    2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Richmond to Washington?

      Buses traveling this route start their trip at Staples Mill Road, in Richmond, and end it at Union Station, in Washington.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11-23
    $45
    11-24
    $38
    Today
    $37
    11-26
    $44
    11-27
    $36
    11-28
    $37
    11-29
    $44
    11-30
    $44
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $36

    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 $36 to $446 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 $36 which is on 2025-11-27.

    Usually Amtrak, Greyhound 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.

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