The cheapest and fastest buses from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
13 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
891 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 2 buses that leave Richmond, VA for Jacksonville, FL on Thu, May 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 891 km distance in an average of 13 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 15 h 40 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.
3:45 AM11h45Richmond, VA3:30 PMJacksonville, FL$1261One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM15h40Richmond, VA1:25 AMJacksonville, FL$1591One-way0 transfers
3:45 AM11h45Richmond, VA3:30 PMJacksonville, FL$1261One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM15h40Richmond, VA1:25 AMJacksonville, FL$1591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $92, and a flight costs an average of $108.
Distance: 553 miles (891 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$146 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price | $374 Average price | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 8m Average total duration 15h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $181 (€146).
A bus is $228 (€184) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $374 (€302).
Other travel options to Jacksonville, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 18m.
Bus takes on average 15h 38m.
You'll arrive about -8h -6m sooner (15h 38m by bus vs 8h 32m by car) and save roughly $-22.30 (€-18.01) compared to fuel and tolls ($146 (€118) vs $124 (€100)). 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 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 Jacksonville, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $205 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $186 |
Live departures
Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 PM Richmond, VA | 19h35 | 6:35 PM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 3:45 AM Richmond, VA | 11h45 | 3:30 PM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Richmond, VA | 15h40 | 1:25 AM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL
Buses from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $92 (€74) but you can travel from only $84 (€68) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 553 miles (891 km) distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 553 miles (891 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€74) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 3:35 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FLYou can travel by bus between Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $84 (€68). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
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