The cheapest and fastest buses from Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
417 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ 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 New Brunswick, NJ will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 2 buses that leave Richmond, VA for New Brunswick, NJ on Sun, Mar 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 417 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 10 h 25 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, VA to New Brunswick, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $195.
Distance: 259 miles (417 km)
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$75 Average price Cheapest | $180 Average price | $291 Average price |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Live departures
Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:55 AM Richmond, VA | 7h00 | 6:55 PM New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:05 PM Richmond, VA | 6h50 | 6:55 PM New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 2:30 AM Richmond, VA | 10h25 | 12:55 PM New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ
Buses from Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 259 miles (417 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 259 miles (417 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Cheapest month Sep |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJYou can travel by bus between Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ with FlixBus for as low as $53 (€43). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to New Brunswick, NJ 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 New Brunswick, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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