How far is Richmond from Boston by coach?

The journey from Boston to Richmond by coach covers an approximate distance of 474 miles (764 km).

Is there a way to reach Richmond from Boston without flying?

To travel from Boston to Richmond without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Boston to Richmond from £54 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	15h 40m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 25m	23:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	15h 40m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 25m	23:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	15h 40m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 25m	23:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:00	Boston (South Station)	11h 55m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	08:00	Boston (South Station)	12h	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
	Bus	08:00	Boston (South Station)	12h	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	12h 35m	21:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:50	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	10:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Boston (South Station)	12h 40m	20:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	17:30	Boston (South Station)	14h	07:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Richmond on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:30	Boston (South Station)	12h 45m	14:15	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:55	Brookline	11h 15m	08:10	Henrico	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Boston (South Station)	15h 40m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	15:05	Boston (South Station)	12h 20m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	18:15	Boston (South Station)	13h 15m	07:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

13h 10mAverage duration

473 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£53 - £224	Average duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£56 - £608	Average duration11h 2m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Richmond?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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D
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
E
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
F
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA

Stops in Richmond

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,455 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,401 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US

How far is Richmond from Boston by coach?
The journey from Boston to Richmond by coach covers an approximate distance of 474 miles (764 km).
Is there a way to reach Richmond from Boston without flying?
To travel from Boston to Richmond without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

25/11

£147

26/11

£122

Today

£78

28/11

£87

29/11

£93

30/11

£118

01/12

£65

02/12

£59

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £59

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £59 to £251 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £59, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually 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.