How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Richmond start at R 1 315. The average price for this route is around R 2 974. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Portland to Richmond?

The average bus journey time from Portland to Richmond is 18h 25m, covering a distance of 906 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 32m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Portland to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Portland to Richmond at 13:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:45.

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

A bus trip from Portland to Richmond produces an estimated 23 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 Portland 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 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland to Richmond from R 1 591 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Portland to Richmond on 9 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	City of Portland	15h 50m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	13h 32m	16:47	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	15:30	Portland Transportation Center	18h 2m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	City of Portland	18h 25m	08:10	Henrico	No tags
	15:30	Portland Transportation Center	18h 2m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland 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 18 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 315, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

18h 25mAverage duration

906 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 315 - R 5 733	Average duration18h 25m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 843 - R 9 535	Average duration19h 46m	CO₂ emissions 83kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Portland and Richmond?

Stops in Portland

A
Greyhound Station Portland Maine
389 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102, 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

Amtrak

4/55 715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME 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 Portland to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Richmond start at R 1 315. The average price for this route is around R 2 974. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Portland to Richmond?
The average bus journey time from Portland to Richmond is 18h 25m, covering a distance of 906 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Richmond at 13:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Richmond?
A bus trip from Portland to Richmond produces an estimated 23 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 Portland 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland 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.

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The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 09 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 921

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 921 to R 9 633 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 921, which is on 2026-01-09.