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Today30 Aug
Tomorrow31 Aug
Mon1 Sept
from US$123
Tue2 Sept
from US$90
Wed3 Sept
from US$80
Thu4 Sept
from US$85
Fri5 Sept
from US$85
Sat6 Sept

Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Nashville
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Nashville
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Nashville
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Nashville
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Nashville
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Nashville

Bus
Average priceUS$75 - US$278Average duration19h 30m
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$248 - US$248Average duration1d 17h
76kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Nashville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Nashville. The journey takes about 19 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
19h 30mAverage duration
US$75Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Nashville, TN: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$106
Average bus trip duration19h 30m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance524 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Richmond to Nashville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Nashville, TN

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

    The journey from Richmond to Nashville by coach covers an approximate distance of 524 miles (845 km).

  2. How can I travel from Richmond to Nashville avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Richmond to Nashville without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/08
US$128
29/08
US$117
Today
US$113
31/08
US$88
01/09
US$117
02/09
US$95
03/09
US$72
04/09
US$79
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Nashville, TN was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$72

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 Nashville, TN as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$72 to US$170 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Nashville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$72, which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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

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 Richmond and Nashville!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Richmond to Nashville.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Richmond to Nashville will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Richmond to Nashville.

Did you know?

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 Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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 Richmond, VA, US to Nashville, TN?

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