Bus Tickets from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US

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TodayAug 25
TomorrowAug 26
from US$232
WedAug 27
from US$235
ThuAug 28
FriAug 29
from US$235
SatAug 30
from US$229
SunAug 31
from US$231
MonSep 1
from US$235

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Henrico
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 29 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 30 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Henrico
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Richmond

Bus
Average PriceUS$231 - US$286Average Duration3d 3h
98kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$445 - US$509Average Duration3d 7h
356kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to Richmond

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
3d 3hAverage Duration
US$231Cheapest ticket
98kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to Richmond, VA, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$248
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 3h
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure7:35am
Distance3906 km
Latest bus departure11:20pm

Oakland to Richmond Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - Richmond, VA, US

  1. How far is Oakland from Richmond?

    The distance between Oakland and Richmond is approximately 3910 km (2424 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Oakland to Richmond?

    Buses departing from Emeryville Station in Oakland will take you to 8531 Fordson Rd in Richmond.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-23
US$241
08-24
US$227
Today
US$235
08-26
US$237
08-27
US$233
08-28
US$239
08-29
US$274
08-30
US$234
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Aug 24, 2025 with a price of US$227

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$227 to US$282 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$233 which is on 2025-08-27.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Oakland and Richmond!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Oakland to Richmond, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Oakland to Richmond will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Oakland to Richmond, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to Richmond, VA, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Oakland by bus?

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