- Must visit
Dallas Museum of Art
One of the largest art museums in the US, known for global collections, major exhibitions, and strong free general admission.
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$247
Fastest journey
1 d 8 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 14 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
1833 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Dallas, TX 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 Dallas, TX will cost around $247 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
Of the 6 buses that leave Richmond, VA for Dallas, TX on Sun, Jul 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 1833 km distance in an average of 1 d 13 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 8 h 10 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 1 d 22 h 5 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Dallas, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $99. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $99, and a train costs an average of $212.
Distance: 1138 miles (1833 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$244 Average price Cheapest | $289 Average price | $650 Average price | $254 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 46m Average total duration 29h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 42h 31m Average total duration 42h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, VA to Dallas, TX:
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Richmond, VA to Dallas, TX costing on average $289 (€238).
A bus is $406 (€334) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Dallas, TX costing on average $650 (€534).
Other travel options to Dallas, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 29h 16m.
Train takes on average 42h 1m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 34h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $287 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 48h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $226 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 32h10 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 46h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $217 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 46h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 36h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $200 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 36h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $287 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 51h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $333 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 34h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $269 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 35h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 47h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $345 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 41h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $372 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 45h10 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $143 |
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Dallas, TX buses for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:25 PM Richmond, VA | 51h45 | 7:10 PM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Richmond, VA | 47h40 | 5:30 PM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Richmond, VA | 41h30 | 12:20 PM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
![]() | 3:10 AM Richmond, VA | 32h10 | 11:20 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 AM Richmond, VA | 46h05 | 1:50 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Richmond, VA | 36h25 | 1:50 AM Dallas, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Richmond, VA to Dallas, TX run on average 17 times per day, taking around 29h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $99 (€81) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1138 miles (1833 km) distance in 31h 30m.
Distance 1138 miles (1833 km) |
Average bus duration 29h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 (€81) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 31h 30m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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One of the largest art museums in the US, known for global collections, major exhibitions, and strong free general admission.
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A 5.2 acre urban park above a freeway, popular for skyline views, events, lawns, and connecting downtown with Uptown.
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Moderate for U.S. cities: hotels vary widely, dining is reasonable, and car use often adds costs as transit is limited for tourists.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or prompts; $1-2 is common.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Dallas, TX 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 Dallas, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Richmond, VA to Dallas, TX buses use the Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station) to Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Dallas, Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum. Use this guide to compare Richmond, VA and Dallas, TX bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station) is 3 km from Richmond city centre. Public transport options include:
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