Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
461 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond, VA to New York, NY will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 24 buses that leave Richmond, VA for New York, NY on Mon, Jul 21, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 21 the direct buses cover the 461 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jul 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €52.
Distance: 285 miles (460 km)
Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€56 Average price Cheapest | €136 Average price | €227 Average price |
7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:50 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 6h50 | 2:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 6h45 | 3:15 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 6h50 | 4:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 7h30 | 5:25 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 6h50 | 5:05 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 AM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 7h00 | 5:55 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 7h55 | 7:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 9h05 | 9:35 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:20 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 6h50 | 8:10 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:20 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 7h30 | 8:50 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:35 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 7h30 | 10:05 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 7h55 | 11:55 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 7h15 | 1:05 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 7h55 | 2:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 7h20 | 3:05 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 7h45 | 4:25 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 6h55 | 5:35 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
Monday, July 21 | |||||
![]() | 12:20 AM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 11h30 | 11:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 12:20 AM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 8h40 | 9:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:10 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 7h50 | 9:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 AM Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 6h30 | 7:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 7h30 | 9:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:05 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 7h10 | 11:15 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 AM Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 6h40 | 11:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Distance 285 miles (460 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Find the best buses from Richmond, VA to New York, NY with Omio's travel partners FlixBus, Greyhound and OurBus from $48 (€39). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
Richmond, VA to New York, NY bus information with FlixBus:
Traveling 335 miles from New York City to Richmond in Virginia can be done easily, conveniently and comfortably via bus in about eight hours. OurBus is often a cheap and fast option compared to other bus companies. Although there are no direct express buses along the route from Richmond to New York, OurBus company has intercity route plans with stops in Washington DC and Springfield that head to New York City from Richmond in good time. The Intercity route from Richmond to New York has a weekly frequency of 3-4 bus services with the bulk of services being on Mondays.
OurBus has buses operating the intercity route from Richmond to New York City. Although transportation by bus between the cities are not owned or operated by OurBus, the buses do meet the strict OurBus standards. Although all routes have stops along the route, there is no change required on services along the route, allowing passengers to relax and enjoy the ride. All OurBus buses feature modern amenities guaranteed to help passengers have a comfortable trip; reclining seats, WiFi, and charging points mean that travelers can bring along their gadgets and surf the net to pass the time. Free water and a sanitized restroom mean that travelers with OurBus can remain refreshed during the roughly eight-hour journey. And, no rescheduling fees mean that OurBus passengers can rebook their tickets if their plans change with ease and at no extra cost.
The average duration taken to complete the intercity journey by bus from Richmond to New York City is approximately eight hours using OurBus services. The bus departs from Pine Street bus stop near Virginia Commonwealth University at 9:40 a.m. with stops at Springfield and two in Washington DC at around midday. Passengers will not need to disembark the bus at these stops, but may use them as a chance to stretch their legs or use the restroom.
The Intercity route from New York to Richmond has two daily buses on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. OurBus departures timetable for Intercity routes from Richmond to New York does not have buses scheduled on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The first bus from Richmond Pine Street bus station leaves at 9:40 a.m. to reach New York City at 5:40 p.m., just in time to check in, go out for dinner and see a show! What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Richmond to New York?
Departure station: For OurBus Intercity route, the journey by bus from Richmond to New York, the departure station in Richmond is at Pine Street VCU Medical Center Westbound and Eastbound station. The station is near Virginia Commonwealth University and Virginia Union University. It can be reached using bus 14 towards Hermitage/Wilmer that takes approximately six minutes or using BRT towards Main/Broad/ Willow Lawn. The station is near the coffee shops, boutiques, and various shops. The station has two platforms. Services and facilities available at the station include bicycle ramps, parking options, ticket machines and help centers.
Arrival station: For the bus journey from Richmond Virginia to New York City, the arrivals can be at either two bus stations in New York. The first arrival station is at Port Authority Bus Terminal that is located approximately two miles from the city center. Several public transportation options can be used to access different parts of New York City from the terminal. M104 from the bus terminal towards 41 ST via Broadway avenue, Bus Q towards Coney Island, bus M-Seven towards 14 at via Columbus, Bus A and Bus D. The buses take approximately ten minutes to get to the city center from the bus terminal. The terminal has various facilities like baggage storage, Red Cap for help with luggage, charging stations and points for mobile devices, free WiFi for 30 minutes, taxi dispatch center, and parking options 24-hours throughout the week. The second arrival station for OurBus Intercity route buses is at Madison Avenue between 26th and 27th Street in Manhattan. From the bus stop, getting around Manhattan and other parts of New York is doable through various means- by walking to different destinations; by using buses number- BXM18, BXM-three, BXM-four, M-one, M-two, QM21, X68; or through trains- Far Rockaway, Hudson Long Beach, and Port Washington; or through subway six, six-X, F and W. Nearby attractions near the stop include boutiques, Joe's coffee company, hotels and cafes, Central Park summer stage among others.
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