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Seattle Art Museum
Major art museum with global collections, strong Native and modern holdings, and rotating blockbuster exhibitions downtown.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
3782 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 1 buses that leave Richmond, VA for Seattle, WA on Sat, Jul 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct buses cover the 3782 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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 Seattle, WA 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 bus which can get you there in 7h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $235.
Distance: 2350 miles (3782 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$200 Average price Cheapest | $627 Average price | $531 Average price | $643 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 68h 24m Average total duration 67h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 42h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, VA to Seattle, WA:
A bus is $330 (€271) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Richmond, VA to Seattle, WA costing on average $531 (€436).
A bus is $426 (€350) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Seattle, WA costing on average $627 (€514).
Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:
Flight takes on average 7h 10m.
Train takes on average 67h 54m.
You'll arrive about 35h 5m sooner (7h 8m by bus vs 42h 13m by car) and save roughly $442 (€363) compared to fuel and tolls ($200 (€164) vs $643 (€527)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 99h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $285 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 92h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $257 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 86h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $280 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 85h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $234 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 121h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $352 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 108h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $315 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 94h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $283 |
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Seattle, WA 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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![]() | 7:30 PM Richmond, VA | 121h20 | 8:50 PM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
![]() | 11:25 AM Richmond, VA | 7h10 | 6:35 PM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Richmond, VA to Seattle, WA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 2350 miles (3782 km) distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 2350 miles (3782 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 4:35 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars or screens; small tips are appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Richmond, VA to Seattle, WA buses use the Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station) to Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington). Use this guide to compare Richmond, VA and Seattle, WA 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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