How much is the bus ticket from Hartford to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hartford to Richmond start at R 1 062. The average price for this route is around R 2 190. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Hartford to Richmond?

The average bus journey time from Hartford to Richmond is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 622 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Hartford to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hartford to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from Hartford to Richmond at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus trip from Hartford to Richmond produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Hartford 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 5654 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hartford to Richmond?

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 Hartford 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.

Bus Hartford to Richmond from R 1 051 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Hartford to Richmond on 25 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50	Harford Union Station	12h 15m	23:05	Henrico	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	Harford Union Station	10h 10m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50	Harford Union Station	10h 40m	21:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	18:45	Harford Union Station	10h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	21:15	Harford Union Station	10h 55m	08:10	Henrico	No tags

Next departures from Hartford to Richmond on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:40	Harford Union Station	13h 40m	11:20	Henrico	Cheapest
	Bus	17:15	Harford Union Station	10h 10m	03:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Harford Union Station	13h 35m	17:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	14:40	Harford Union Station	11h 45m	02:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	18:45	Harford Union Station	10h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:27 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Hartford to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 10 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just R 994, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

10h 37mAverage duration

622 kmDistance

57kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 062 - R 6 666	Average duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 994 - R 8 155	Average duration10h 37m	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hartford and Richmond?

Stops in Hartford

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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B
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103, 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

Greyhound

3.5/587 451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87451 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 062

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Hartford Richmond recent customer reviews

I had a great experience but my only complaints would be the non functioning bathroom on the 2nd bus and the rude driver on the third bus ride.

Makaelah M.

28 August 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511 732 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 675 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hartford, CT to Richmond, VA, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Hartford to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hartford to Richmond start at R 1 062. The average price for this route is around R 2 190. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hartford to Richmond?
The average bus journey time from Hartford to Richmond is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 622 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Hartford to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hartford to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Hartford to Richmond at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hartford to Richmond?
A bus trip from Hartford to Richmond produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Hartford 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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hartford to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hartford to Richmond?
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 Hartford 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.

Best price found

23/12

R 3 451

24/12

R 2 272

Today

R 2 255

26/12

R 2 409

27/12

R 1 367

28/12

R 2 785

29/12

R 2 358

30/12

R 3 041

The cheapest trip from Hartford, CT to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 367

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 367 to R 4 801 for a bus ticket from Hartford, CT to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 367, which is on 2025-12-27.

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.