The cheapest and fastest buses from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
14 h 20 m
Average duration
14 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV 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 Charleston, WV will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
Of the 1 buses that leave Richmond, VA for Charleston, WV on Fri, Jun 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 376 km distance in an average of 14 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 14 h 20 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.
10:00 PM14h20Richmond, VA12:20 PMCharleston, WV$1091One-way0 transfers
10:00 PM14h20Richmond, VA12:20 PMCharleston, WV$1091One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $96. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $96, and a flight costs an average of $445.
Distance: 233 miles (376 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$105 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price | $477 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 50m Average total duration 14h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV costing on average $139 (€113).
A bus is $372 (€301) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV costing on average $477 (€386).
Other travel options to Charleston, WV take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 39m.
Bus takes on average 14h 20m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Live departures
Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 PM Richmond, VA | 14h20 | 12:20 PM Charleston, WV | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV
Buses from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $96 (€78) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 233 miles (376 km) distance in 14h 20m.
Distance 233 miles (376 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€78) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 20m |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 6:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Bus from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Charleston, WV 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 Charleston, WV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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