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Freeman Store and Museum
Local history museum in a former rail station with exhibits on trains, town growth, and community life. A compact and informative visit.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$26
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$29
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 20
2
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Vienna, VA 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 Vienna, VA will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 buses from Richmond, VA to Vienna, VA, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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 Vienna, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, while a flight costs an average of $764.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price | $764 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, VA to Vienna, VA:
A bus is $18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Vienna, VA costing on average $55.
A bus is $726 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Richmond, VA to Vienna, VA costing on average $764.
Other travel options to Vienna, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 50m.
Flight takes on average 3h 24m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (2h 13m by bus vs 2h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $37 compared to roughly $22 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, FlixBus.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Vienna, VA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:05 AM Richmond, VA | 2h15 | 1:20 PM Vienna, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Richmond, VA to Vienna, VA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $22 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Vienna, VA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vienna, VA trip today.
Local history museum in a former rail station with exhibits on trains, town growth, and community life. A compact and informative visit.
Nearby contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions, artist talks, and workshops. Worth the short trip for modern regional art.
Children's museum nearby with interactive exhibits, play-based learning, and family-friendly art and science activities.
Popular rail-trail for walking and cycling through Vienna, with tree-lined sections, local access points, and an easy way to explore town.
Central civic green used for concerts, festivals, and seasonal events. A pleasant stop surrounded by shops and town landmarks.
Large community park with sports fields, playgrounds, walking paths, and open space that offers a relaxed local atmosphere.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Vienna, VA 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 Vienna, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Richmond, VA to Vienna, VA buses use the Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station) to Springfield, Frontier Dr (Franconia-Springfield Metro Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Richmond, VA and Vienna, VA 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:
Richmond, 17th St and Ambler is 3 km from Richmond city centre. Public transport options include:
Richmond, 17th St and Ambler has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Richmond, 17th St and Ambler. ATMs are available at Richmond, 17th St and Ambler.
Ticket office support is available at Richmond, 17th St and Ambler.
Available at Richmond, 17th St and Ambler: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Richmond, 17th St and Ambler: Basic accessibility features are available.
Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride) is 11 km from Richmond city centre. Public transport options include:
Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride). ATMs are available at Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride).
Ticket office support is available at Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride).
Available at Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride): Accessible via designated routes.
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