The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
333 km
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 $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 21 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Richmond, VA on Wed, Nov 26, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 333 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.
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Compare bus, train, 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 €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 206 miles (333 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price Cheapest | €70 Average price | €255 Average price |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $186 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $233 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $147 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:10 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h00 | 1:10 PM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h30 | 3:30 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h45 | 7:15 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 2:45 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 8h40 | 11:25 PM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h50 | 9:05 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 4:45 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 8h15 | 1:00 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 4:55 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 9h35 | 2:30 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 9h40 | 4:05 AM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h30 | 1:00 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 7h45 | 4:05 AM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 8:20 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 6h10 | 2:30 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h55 | 4:05 AM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 10:20 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 9h05 | 7:25 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:50 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 6h25 | 5:15 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h10 | 4:40 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 1:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 9h35 | 10:35 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 1:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h55 | 7:25 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:00 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h25 | 8:25 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 5h40 | 12:30 PM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 7:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 8h30 | 3:30 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 7:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 6h10 | 1:10 PM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 7:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 7h15 | 2:15 PM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 206 miles (333 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 206 miles (333 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA start from as low as $39 (€32) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $56 (€46) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 17 daily trains from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA with 6 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 5h 0m but the average duration is 6h 0m
Train Operators
- Travel from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA with FlixBus and Greyhound
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is FlixBus.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA and arrive in Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA
- First train typically departs at 12:05 AM and the last at 11:30 PM
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $39 (€32). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Richmond, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Virginia State Capitol, a historic building designed by Thomas Jefferson housing the Virginia General Assembly
- Maymont, a 100-acre Victorian estate and public park featuring gardens, a mansion, and a nature center
- Hollywood Cemetery, a scenic resting place for many notable figures with beautiful views of the James River
- Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, a 50-acre garden offering themed displays, a conservatory, and educational programs
- St. John's Church, a historic site known for Patrick Henry's famous " Give me liberty, or give me death! " speech.
- American Civil War Museum, an institution dedicated to the history and impact of the Civil War
- Belle Isle, an island park offering hiking trails, rock climbing, and scenic views of the James River
- Richmond Canal Walk, a scenic path along the James River with historical markers and art installations
- Science Museum of Virginia, an interactive museum with exhibits on science, technology, and space
- Carytown, a vibrant shopping and dining district known for its eclectic boutiques and eateries.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Philadelphia, PA to Richmond, VA, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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