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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Winston-Salem (State University), NC | Staples Mill Road | Cheapest | |||||
 | Winston-Salem, 1425 Silas Creek Pkwy | 5221 Brook Rd | Fastest | |||||
| Winston-Salem, 1425 Silas Creek Pkwy | 5221 Brook Rd | No tags | |||||
| Winston-Salem (State University), NC | Main Street Station | No tags | |||||
 | Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | No tags |
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Get from Winston-Salem to Richmond
The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Winston-Salem and Richmond?
Stops in Winston-Salem
- A
Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station
100 W 5th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101 - B
E Sprague St
841 E Sprague St, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA - C
Winston-Salem Bus Stop
2500 Old Lexington Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA - D
1237 Silas Creek Pkwy
1237 Silas Creek Pkwy., Winston-Salem, NC 27127 (Hong Kong King Buffet)
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Winston-Salem 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Winston-Salem to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Winston-Salem to Richmond start from $66. The average price for this route is around $123. 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 Winston-Salem to Richmond?
The average bus travel time from Winston-Salem to Richmond is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Winston-Salem to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Wanda Coach, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Winston-Salem to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Winston-Salem to Richmond at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Winston-Salem to Richmond?
A bus trip from Winston-Salem to Richmond generates an estimated 7 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 Winston-Salem to Richmond?
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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Winston-Salem to Richmond?
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 Winston-Salem to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Winston-Salem to Richmond?
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 Winston-Salem to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $58To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Winston-Salem to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $58 to $143 for a bus ticket from Winston-Salem to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2026-01-18.
Usually Wanda Coach 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.
