The cheapest and fastest coaches from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 22 buses that leave Richmond, VA for Washington, DC every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 154 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Richmond, VA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £124.
Distance: 154 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£23 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £293 Average Price |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Richmond, VA to Washington, DC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Washington, DC coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 19:45 Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 2h15 | 22:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:10 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h25 | 22:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:45 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h05 | 00:50 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1h55 | 01:25 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
FlixBus | 00:15 Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 2h00 | 02:15 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:10 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1h55 | 03:05 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 01:30 Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 1h50 | 03:20 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 02:10 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h15 | 04:25 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:05 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1h50 | 05:55 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:10 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1h55 | 07:05 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:45 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1h50 | 09:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:40 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h00 | 10:40 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:10 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1h55 | 11:05 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:55 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h00 | 11:55 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h00 | 12:15 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Richmond, North Parham Road / Fordson Road (Park & Ride), VA | 2h10 | 13:10 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h15 | 13:20 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:45 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 1h50 | 14:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 2h15 | 16:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 14:40 Richmond, VA | 2h20 | 17:00 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:50 Richmond, 17th St and Ambler, VA | 2h30 | 20:20 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:10 Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA | 2h15 | 20:25 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound, Infobus or CoachRun to find the best option for your trip from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound, Infobus or CoachRun to find the best option for your trip from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC
Buses from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 154 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 154 km |
Average bus duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, CoachRun from Richmond, VA to Washington, DCYou can travel by bus between Richmond, VA to Washington, DC with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, CoachRun for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Richmond, VA to Washington, DC coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Washington, DC by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Richmond, VA and Washington, DC
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Shake Shack (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 96, 97, D6 Metro: Red Train: Amtrak, MARC, VRE
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