What is the travel distance from Richmond to Norfolk?

About 81 miles (131 km) separate Richmond and Norfolk.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Richmond to Norfolk start their journey at Staples Mill Road and wind up at Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Richmond to Norfolk from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to Norfolk on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 10m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	2h	6:30pm	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Norfolk on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 10m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	2h	6:30pm	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Norfolk on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 10m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	2h	6:30pm	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Norfolk on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 10m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	2h	6:30pm	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Norfolk on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	2h	6:30pm	Norfolk	Cheapest
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	Fastest
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 10m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Norfolk on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	2h	6:30pm	Norfolk	Cheapest
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1h 50m	9:40am	Norfolk	Fastest
Bus	7:50am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	2h 10m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Norfolk

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

82 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $30	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $78	Average Duration2h 16m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,378 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.

Greyhound Richmond Norfolk recent customer reviews

The bus driver was RUDE...I said good morning... he ignored... many of the riders were equally dismayed. Hopefully they will voice concerns. He NEVER announced stops or gave introduction speech. Announced when arrived... one word...ARRIVED!!!

Robin R.

January 10, 2020

Bus got postponed numerous times was not sure that I would make it out of town so I had to find someone to come pick me up to get me home

Jacob M.

November 23, 2017

Wonderful experience

Jermaine W.

January 7, 2020

OurBus

4/53,148 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Richmond and Norfolk, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

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

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Norfolk?

Stops in Richmond

A - Staples Mill Road

B - Main Street Station

C - 8531 Fordson Rd

D - VCU

E - 2828 W. Broad St.

F - Greyhound Station

Stops in Norfolk

A - Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station

B - Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop

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

What is the travel distance from Richmond to Norfolk?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Richmond to Norfolk?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$22

11/17

$26

Today

$15

11/19

$13

11/20

$20

11/21

$25

11/22

$25

11/23

$26

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $13

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 Norfolk, VA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $28 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-19.