How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Richmond start from $37. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Richmond is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 208 miles (335 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , BBBus.com .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Richmond at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Richmond generates an estimated 8.373625 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12364 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Richmond?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Richmond from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on April 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 5m	11:35pm	5221 Brook Rd	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	7h 50m	8:35pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	6h	9:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	2:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 30m	8:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	5:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 25m	12:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on April 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 5m	11:35pm	5221 Brook Rd	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 10m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	7h 50m	8:35pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 40m	7:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	6h	9:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on April 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 10m	4:50pm	5221 Brook Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 5m	11:35pm	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 10m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	7h 50m	8:35pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 40m	7:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on April 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 10m	4:50pm	5221 Brook Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 5m	11:35pm	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 10m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	7h 50m	8:35pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 40m	7:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on April 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 10m	4:50pm	5221 Brook Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 5m	11:35pm	5221 Brook Rd	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 10m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	7h 50m	8:35pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 40m	7:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on April 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 5m	11:35pm	5221 Brook Rd	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 10m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	7h 50m	8:35pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 40m	7:30am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	6h	9:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on April 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 5m	11:35pm	5221 Brook Rd	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 10m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	7h 50m	8:35pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 35m	7:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	6h	9:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Richmond on April 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	133 Spring Garden St	4h 5m	11:35pm	5221 Brook Rd	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 10m	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	12:45pm	199 Spring Garden St.	7h 50m	8:35pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	5h 35m	7:25am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	6h	9:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:59 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

6h 5mAverage Duration

208 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $156	Average Duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $301	Average Duration5h 24m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Richmond?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Richmond

A
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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C
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,383 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

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.

FlixBus Philadelphia Richmond recent customer reviews

It was great. The driver was amazing.

Drew B.

January 10, 2026

Was very good

Ana M.

July 4, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,531 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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 Philadelphia Richmond recent customer reviews

The bus ran extremely late due to a system outage, the staff allowed questions to be asked and reassured people that the buses would be leaving they just didn’t know when.

Nia K.

July 23, 2019

Extra delay. We were supposed to arrive at 3:55am but got there at 7:40am instead.

Massaran K.

March 8, 2019

Great company

Massahoudou D.

April 30, 2021

BBBus.com

3/5142 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.2

Wifi2.3

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Richmond start from $37. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Richmond is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 208 miles (335 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, BBBus.com.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Richmond at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Richmond?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Richmond generates an estimated 8.373625 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 Philadelphia to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12364 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

03/30

$35

03/31

$35

Today

$35

04/02

$35

04/03

$35

04/04

$35

04/05

$35

04/06

$35

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Mar 30, 2026 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $161 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-04-02.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.