The cheapest and fastest buses from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA 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 Chesapeake, VA will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA without transferring at least once.
99 Northeast Regional · 6099 AMTRAK7:59 PM3h11Main Street Station, Richmond, VA11:10 PMChesapeake, VA$351One-way1 transfer
65 Northeast Regional · 6065 AMTRAK9:34 AM3h31Main Street Station, Richmond, VA1:05 PMChesapeake, VA$401One-way1 transfer
99 Northeast Regional · 6099 AMTRAK7:59 PM3h11Main Street Station, Richmond, VA11:10 PMChesapeake, VA$351One-way1 transfer
65 Northeast Regional · 6065 AMTRAK9:34 AM3h31Main Street Station, Richmond, VA1:05 PMChesapeake, VA$401One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Chesapeake, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 18m.
You'll arrive about -1h -32m sooner (2h 15m by bus vs 1h 43m by car) and save roughly $-9.91 (€-8.12) compared to fuel and tolls ($30 (€24) vs $20 (€16)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, FlixBus.
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 Chesapeake, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:34AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h31 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:57PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:59PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h11 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:52PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 3h08 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Live departures
Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 PM Richmond, VA | 2h00 | 11:30 PM Chesapeake, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
65 Northeast Regional · 6065 AMTRAK | 9:34 AM Main Street Station, Richmond, VA | 3h31 | 1:05 PM Chesapeake, VA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA
Buses from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:25, the last at 19:59. The fastest bus covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 5:25 AM |
Last bus 7:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VAYou can travel by bus between Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $17 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, a vast natural area offering hiking, wildlife viewing, and kayaking opportunities
- Chesapeake Arboretum, a 48-acre site with gardens, trails, and a historic farmhouse
- Northwest River Park, a scenic park with camping, fishing, and boating facilities
- Oak Grove Lake Park, a serene park featuring a lake, walking trails, and picnic areas
- Chesapeake Planetarium, an educational facility offering public astronomy programs and star shows.
- Visit the Chesapeake Arboretum for themed gardens and walking trails
- Enjoy a day at Oak Grove Lake Park with its picnic areas and 1.5-mile trail
- Explore the Chesapeake Planetarium for public programs about astronomy and space
- Spend time at Northwest River Park for family-friendly camping, fishing, and canoeing activities
- Discover the history and nature at the Chesapeake Arboretum.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA
Most Richmond, VA to Chesapeake, VA buses use the Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station) to Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy) station pair. Use this guide to compare Richmond, VA and Chesapeake, VA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Richmond, VA station do buses to Chesapeake, VA leave from?
Getting to Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station) from Richmond city centre
Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station) is 3 km from Richmond city centre. Public transport options include:
Most popular bus connections from Richmond, VA
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