How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Austin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Austin start from $146. The average price for this route is around $211. 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 Richmond to Austin?

The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Austin is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1257 miles (2028 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Austin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Austin at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Austin generates an estimated 51 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 Richmond to Austin?

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 Richmond to Austin?

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 Richmond to Austin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Austin?

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 Richmond to Austin from $314 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Austin on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	1d 22h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 15h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 16h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:01pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 21h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 21h	5:35pm	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Austin on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 18h	4:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:45am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 12h	4:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
	11:30am	Main Street Station	2d 8h	6:35pm	Austin, TX	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 12h	3:50pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 13h	10:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Austin on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:45am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 12h	4:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	6:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 12h	3:50pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	9:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 13h	10:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 18h	4:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Austin on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 18h	5:35pm	Austin South Congress	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	6:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 12h	3:50pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:45am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 12h	4:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	11:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 18h	4:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Austin on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	1:50pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	1d 22h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	6:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
	11:30am	Main Street Station	2d 8h	6:35pm	Austin, TX	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	4:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 12h	3:50pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:45am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 12h	4:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $146, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

1d 18hAverage Duration

1257 milesDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$146 - $653	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$226 - $2,718	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 185kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Austin?

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

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,495 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 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, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, 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 Richmond to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Austin start from $146. The average price for this route is around $211. 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 Richmond to Austin?
The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Austin is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1257 miles (2028 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Austin at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Austin?
A bus trip from Richmond to Austin generates an estimated 51 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 Richmond to Austin?
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 Richmond to Austin?
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 Richmond to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Austin?
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

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$1,474

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12/03

$434

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$427

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$1,182

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $427

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 Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $427 to $1,474 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $427 which is on 2025-12-05.