What is the travel distance from Petersburg to Richmond?

The distance separating Petersburg and Richmond is 23 miles (37 km).

Bus Petersburg to Richmond from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Petersburg to Richmond on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:55am	Petersburg Transportation Center	25m	8:20am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	30m	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:10 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Petersburg 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

30mAverage Duration

22 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $232	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $765	Average Duration49m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

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Greyhound

3.5/587,397 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.

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Tornado Bus

3/5156 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $211 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

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

What is the travel distance from Petersburg to Richmond?

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

Best price found

11/24

$9

11/25

$9

Today

$10

11/27

$10

11/28

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11/29

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12/01

$7

The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $7

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

You can expect to pay from $7 to $220 for a bus ticket from Petersburg to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-12-01.