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Today29 Aug
Tomorrow30 Aug
from US$34
Sun31 Aug
from US$33
Mon1 Sept
from US$35
Tue2 Sept
from US$32
Wed3 Sept
Thu4 Sept
from US$31
Fri5 Sept
from US$31

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 30 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: 5221 Brook Rd
    Arrival time: 30 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: BP Gas Station
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 30 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 30 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 August at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 31 August at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Durham

Bus
Average priceUS$26 - US$110Average duration3h 50m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$39 - US$122Average duration5h 21m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
3h 50mAverage duration
US$26Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38
Average bus trip duration3h 50m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance135 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Richmond to Durham Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Richmond to Durham is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Richmond to Durham from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Durham from Richmond, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Durham, NC, US

  1. What's the distance between Richmond and Durham by coach?

    The distance between Richmond and Durham by coach is approximately 134 miles (216 km).

  2. How can I get from Richmond to Durham without driving?

    The best way to go from Richmond to Durham without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/08
US$24
28/08
US$25
Today
US$27
30/08
US$26
31/08
US$25
01/09
US$27
02/09
US$24
03/09
US$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$21

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

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$100 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually Wanda Coach will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Richmond to Durham.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Richmond to Durham.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Richmond, VA, US by bus?

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