Bus from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Richmond to Austin on December 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
Downtown AustinCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day
1d 18hAverage Duration
2034 kmDistance
51kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$212 - $915Average Duration1d 18h
51kg CO₂e
Average Price$317 - $3,811Average Duration2d 11h
185kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Austin?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Austin start from $212. The average price for this route is around $366. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Richmond to Austin?

    The average bus travel time from Richmond to Austin is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 2034 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richmond to Austin route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Austin?

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Austin at 4:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Austin?

    A bus trip from Richmond to Austin generates an estimated 51 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richmond to Austin?

    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 5654 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Austin?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond to Austin?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Austin?

    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.

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12-26
$1,194
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$1,249
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