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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Richmond, CA for Santa Clara, CA on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 19 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.
3:21 AM3h19Richmond, CA6:40 AMSanta Clara, CA$161One-way0 transfers
- 3:21 AM3h19Richmond, CA6:40 AMSanta Clara, CA$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m 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, CA to Santa Clara, CA:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Santa Clara, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
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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, CA to Santa Clara, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:21AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Live departures
Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:21 AM Richmond, CA | 3h19 | 6:40 AM Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA
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Buses from Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 20:15. The fastest bus covers the 45 miles (73 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 45 miles (73 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 8:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CAYou can travel by bus between Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA with Greyhound for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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