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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Houston Bus Station | Richmond (17th St and Ambler) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Houston Bus Station | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Fastest | |||||
 | Amtrak Station | Staples Mill Road | No tags | |||||
| Houston Bus Station | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Houston Bus Station | Richmond (17th St and Ambler) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:01 AM CST.
Get from Houston to Richmond
The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $235, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Richmond?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Stops in Richmond
- A1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
- BRichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- C8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
- D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA - E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St) - F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Richmond, VA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Richmond start from $235. The average price for this route is around $396. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Houston to Richmond?
The average bus travel time from Houston to Richmond is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1881 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Richmond at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Richmond?
A bus trip from Houston to Richmond generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Richmond?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $239To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $239 to $1,576 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $239 which is on 2026-01-12.
