What is the distance between Richmond and Burlington?

About 155 miles (250 km) separate Richmond and Burlington.

Bus Richmond to Burlington from $110 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Richmond to Burlington on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	5221 Brook Rd	3h	2:00am	3141 Garden Road (Walmart)	No tags
Bus	1:30am	5221 Brook Rd	3h 30m	5:00am	3141 Garden Road (Walmart)	No tags
Bus	4:00am	5221 Brook Rd	3h	7:00am	3141 Garden Road (Walmart)	No tags
Bus	1:30am	5221 Brook Rd	3h 30m	5:00am	3141 Garden Road (Walmart)	No tags
Bus	4:00am	5221 Brook Rd	3h	7:00am	3141 Garden Road (Walmart)	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Burlington. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

155 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$110 - $110	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $166	Average Duration5h 21m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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Wanda Coach

2.5/5649 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

Amtrak

4/55,604 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Burlington, NC, US was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $100

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 Burlington, NC, US, as early as possible.