How much is the bus ticket from Norfolk to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Richmond start at R 326. The average price for this route is around R 414. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Norfolk to Richmond?

The average bus journey time from Norfolk to Richmond is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 149 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , OurBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Norfolk to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Richmond at 10:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Norfolk to Richmond?

A bus trip from Norfolk to Richmond produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Norfolk 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 5752 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Norfolk to Richmond?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Norfolk to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Norfolk 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.

Bus Norfolk to Richmond from R 258 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Norfolk to Richmond on 31 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:50	Norfolk	2h	21:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
11:05	Norfolk	2h 25m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags
10:45	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	2h 45m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Richmond on 1 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:05	Norfolk	2h 25m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
19:50	Norfolk	2h	21:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
10:45	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	2h 45m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Richmond on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:50	Norfolk	2h	21:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	No tags
11:05	Norfolk	2h 25m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	No tags
10:45	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	2h 45m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Richmond on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	2h 32m	16:57	Main Street Station	Fastest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	No tags
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	2h 32m	16:57	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Richmond on 4 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	2h 32m	16:57	Main Street Station	Fastest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	No tags
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	2h 32m	16:57	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Richmond on 5 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:50	Norfolk	2h	21:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	No tags
11:05	Norfolk	2h 25m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	No tags
10:45	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	2h 45m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

Next departures from Norfolk to Richmond on 6 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:50	Norfolk	2h	21:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	CheapestFastest
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	No tags
11:05	Norfolk	2h 25m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags
14:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	3h 7m	17:32	Staples Mill Road	No tags
10:45	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	2h 45m	13:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Norfolk to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 2 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just R 291, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

2h 2mAverage duration

139 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 326 - R 764	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 291 - R 537	Average duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Richmond?

Stops in Norfolk

A
Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
280 Park Avenue. Norfolk, VA 23510
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B
Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop
415 N Military Hwy, Norfolk, VA 23502, Elegante Dominican Beauty Salon between Military Hwy and Briar Hill Road
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Stops in Richmond

A
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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C
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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D
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 163 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

OurBus

4/53 188 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3

Greyhound

3.5/587 518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

According to 20 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.5-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 463

Greyhound Norfolk Richmond recent customer reviews

Overall accomplished satisfactory, safe ride at good value. Late by 30-40 minutes at 4 am with no way to know why was stressful

David L.

28 August 2021

They said the bus was running late be patient the bus left Norfolk at 8:20 pm should have left 6:45

Laurie H.

15 November 2019

Bus was late but it was okay, I was too!! So I made it on time! No complaints lol, things worked out for the better 🖤

Holadem S.

2 September 2019

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Norfolk to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Richmond start at R 326. The average price for this route is around R 414. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Norfolk to Richmond?
The average bus journey time from Norfolk to Richmond is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 149 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, OurBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Norfolk to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Richmond at 10:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Norfolk to Richmond?
A bus trip from Norfolk to Richmond produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Norfolk 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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Norfolk to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Norfolk to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Norfolk 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.

Best price found

27/01

R 565

28/01

R 500

Today

R 355

30/01

R 420

31/01

R 371

01/02

R 355

02/02

R 307

03/02

R 500

The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 307

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

You can expect to pay from R 307 to R 968 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 307, which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually Amtrak 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.