Bus from Richmond, VA, US to Petersburg: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Petersburg on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Petersburg Transportation CenterCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Main Street Station
Petersburg, VANo tags
Amtrak
Main Street Station
Petersburg, VANo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Petersburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
35mAverage Duration
27 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$13 - $232Average Duration30m
1kg CO₂e
Average Price$17 - $85Average Duration35m
4kg CO₂e

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Petersburg?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Petersburg start from $13. The average price for this route is around $15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Richmond to Petersburg?

    The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Petersburg is 30m, covering a distance of 22 miles (35 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richmond to Petersburg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Petersburg?

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Petersburg at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Petersburg?

    A bus trip from Richmond to Petersburg generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richmond to Petersburg?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Petersburg?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Richmond to Petersburg?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Petersburg?

    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
11/25
$8
11/26
$9
Today
$8
11/28
$8
11/29
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11/30
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Petersburg was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $8

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 Petersburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $247 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-28.

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