How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Richmond start at R 1 412. The average price for this route is around R 2 892. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Richmond?

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Richmond is 1d , covering a distance of 1436 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Richmond at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond produces an estimated 36 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 New Orleans 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Richmond from R 1 991 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	20:15	Henrico	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	21:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	06:50	Henrico	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	06:50	Henrico	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	20:15	Henrico	Fastest
	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 15m	08:20	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 16h	14:15	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	21:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 15m	08:20	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	05:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	14:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans 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 1 day, 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 412, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d Average duration

1436 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 412 - R 5 886	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 303 - R 39 748	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 131kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Richmond?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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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

Amtrak

4/55 610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Richmond start at R 1 412. The average price for this route is around R 2 892. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Richmond?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Richmond is 1d , covering a distance of 1436 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Richmond at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond produces an estimated 36 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 New Orleans 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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

26/11

R 4 827

27/11

R 5 144

Today

R 5 936

29/11

R 5 214

30/11

R 4 333

01/12

R 3 153

02/12

R 2 854

03/12

R 2 308

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 308

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 308 to R 6 218 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 308, which is on 2025-12-03.