The cheapest and fastest buses from Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 buses that leave Richmond, CA for Fresno, CA on Wed, Dec 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct buses cover the 263 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest buses will take 9 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €105.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €380 Average price |
8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
Live departures
Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA buses for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
undefined · undefined | 3:00 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 6h40 | 9:40 PM Fresno | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
undefined · undefined | 12:35 AM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 9h30 | 10:05 AM Fresno | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA
Buses from Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
FAQs: Bus from Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, CA to Fresno, CA 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 Fresno, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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