How much does a bus ticket from Richmond to Florence cost?

The bus ticket price from Richmond to Florence starts at R 704. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Richmond to Florence is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Richmond to Florence?

The average travel time between Richmond and Florence is around 6h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 422 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Richmond and Florence?

The number of buses from Richmond to Florence can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Richmond to Florence by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Richmond to Florence?

When taking the bus from Richmond to Florence, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Richmond to Florence?

Buses travelling between Richmond and Florence leave from Main Street Station or Staples Mill Road and arrive at Florence Bus Station, TA Travel Center - Florence.

Bus Richmond to Florence from R 577 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Florence on 4 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h	11:45	Bus station	CheapestFastest
		01:50	5221 Brook Rd	6h 10m	08:00	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Florence on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h	11:45	Bus station	CheapestFastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	6h 10m	08:00	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags
23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h	05:45	Florence, SC	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Florence on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h	05:45	Florence, SC	Cheapest
05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h	11:45	Bus station	Fastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	6h 10m	08:00	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Florence on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h	11:45	Bus station	CheapestFastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	6h 10m	08:00	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags
23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h	05:45	Florence, SC	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Florence on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h	11:45	Bus station	CheapestFastest
01:50	5221 Brook Rd	6h 10m	08:00	2301 W Lucas St.	No tags
23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	6h	05:45	Florence, SC	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Florence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 704, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 10mAverage duration

427 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 704 - R 1 939	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 014 - R 3 694	Average duration5h 33m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Florence, SC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 1 032

Average bus trip duration6h 10m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure01:50

Distance427 km

Latest bus departure23:45

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 179 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 349 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Wanda Coach

2.5/5643 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi1.7

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

Richmond to Florence Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Florence?

Stops in Richmond

A - Main Street Station

B - Staples Mill Road

C - 8531 Fordson Rd

D - VCU

E - 2828 W. Broad St.

F - Greyhound Station

Stops in Florence

A - Florence Bus Station

B - TA Travel Center - Florence

Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Florence, SC, US

How much does a bus ticket from Richmond to Florence cost?
The bus ticket price from Richmond to Florence starts at R 704. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Richmond to Florence is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Richmond to Florence?
The average travel time between Richmond and Florence is around 6h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 422 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Richmond and Florence?
The number of buses from Richmond to Florence can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Richmond to Florence by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Richmond to Florence?
When taking the bus from Richmond to Florence, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Richmond to Florence?
Buses travelling between Richmond and Florence leave from Main Street Station or Staples Mill Road and arrive at Florence Bus Station, TA Travel Center - Florence.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/11

R 941

02/11

R 887

Today

R 1 198

04/11

R 967

05/11

R 736

06/11

R 1 065

07/11

R 710

08/11

R 710

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Florence, SC, US was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of R 710

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

You can expect to pay from R 710 to R 1 775 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Florence, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 710, which is on 2025-11-07.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Richmond and Florence!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Richmond to Florence, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Richmond to Florence.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Richmond to Florence while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Florence, SC, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time6h 10m	Avg priceR 1 032	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 33m	Avg priceR 1 895	Daily departures3

Will you be returning to Richmond, VA, US by bus?

Bus from Florence, SC, US to Richmond, VA, US

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