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The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$61

Average price

$90

Fastest journey

5 h

Average duration

5 h 31 m

Buses per day

18

Distance

333 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.

Fast buses

Of the 18 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Richmond, VA on Thu, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 333 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBusFlixBus
03:10AM5h00
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
08:10AMRichmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA
$611One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:50AM5h35
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
07:25AMRichmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA
$651One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
02:30PM5h30
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
08:00PMRichmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA
$691One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
05:10PM6h25
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
11:35PMRichmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA
$801One-way
1 transfer
Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus
12:35PM7h25
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
08:00PMRichmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA
$801One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Most popular
Train

€50

Average price

Cheapest

€78

Average price

6h 6m

Average duration

5h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 21m

Average duration

Fastest

4h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, June 18
Last updated at 6:21 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
5h30
12:00 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA0 transfersDirect
greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:45 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
9h00
3:45 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA2 transfers
greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:20 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h25
3:45 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA1 transfer
greyhound9:50 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
6h25
4:15 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:25 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
5h20
3:45 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:45 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
9h40
8:25 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA1 transfer
Thursday, June 19
greyhoundundefined · undefined12:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
9h30
9:30 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA1 transfer
greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
5h55
6:25 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h55
11:25 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
9h40
12:10 PM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:50 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
5h35
11:25 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:10 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
5h00
12:10 PM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:30 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
5h45
6:15 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA0 transfersDirect
greyhoundundefined · undefined+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:45 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
8h10
9:55 PM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:15 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h40
9:55 PM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:15 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
5h50
8:05 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA1 transfer
greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:55 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA
9h35
1:30 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA1 transfer
greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:35 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA
7h25
12:00 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $34 (€27)
Distance
206 miles (332 km)
Average bus duration
5h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
$43 (€35)
Buses per day
16
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
5h 0m
First bus
06:45
Last bus
23:25
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $34 (€27)

Bus providers: Greyhound and FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

Buy your official Greyhound and FlixBus bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA from $39 (€32) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA bus information with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: $39
  • FlixBus frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

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Popular bus stations from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA

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The major bus station for departures in Philadelphia is Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) for your trip from Philadelphia to Richmond.
Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park)
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The major bus station for arrivals in Richmond is Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station) for your trip to Richmond from Philadelphia.
Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station)
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Distance to city center
3 km
Richmond, N Arthur Ashe Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station)
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