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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Richmond start from $81. The average price for this route is around $165. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Richmond is 1d , covering a distance of 891 miles (1436 km). The quickest bus can get 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 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond generates an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 has the most timely service from New Orleans to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $118 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Richmond on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	5:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	9:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 15m	8:20am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 20h	10:30am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Richmond on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 30m	8:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	8:15pm	Henrico	Fastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 16h	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	9:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Richmond on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 30m	8:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	8:15pm	Henrico	Fastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	5:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	9:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day, 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d Average Duration

891 milesDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $335	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$188 - $2,257	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

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,408 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $81. The average price for this route is around $165. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Richmond?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Richmond is 1d , covering a distance of 891 miles (1436 km). The quickest bus can get 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 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Richmond generates an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 has the most timely service from New Orleans to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

11/27

$292

11/28

$337

Today

$353

11/30

$326

12/01

$238

12/02

$162

12/03

$157

12/04

$141

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $141

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 $141 to $384 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 $141 which is on 2025-12-04.