How much is the bus ticket from Springfield to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Richmond start at R 1 224. The average price for this route is around R 2 617. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Springfield to Richmond?

The average bus journey time from Springfield to Richmond is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 655 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 33m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Springfield to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Richmond at 06:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

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

A bus trip from Springfield to Richmond produces an estimated 16 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 Springfield 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 5654 reviews.

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

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Springfield 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 Springfield to Richmond from R 1 111 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Springfield to Richmond on 27 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:00	Springfield Union Station	12h 10m	04:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	17:55	Springfield Union Station	11h 40m	05:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	17:55	Springfield Union Station	13h 15m	07:10	Richmond	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	17:55	Springfield Union Station	14h 15m	08:10	Henrico	No tags
	Bus	19:20	Springfield Union Station	13h 40m	09:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 224, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

13h 15mAverage duration

655 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 224 - R 6 187	Average duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 330 - R 13 973	Average duration11h 19m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Springfield and Richmond?

Stops in Springfield

A
Bus Station
1776 Main St, Springfield, MA 01103
B
UMass
1500 Main St (outside the CVS pharmacy), Springfield, MA 01115

Stops in Richmond

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

Greyhound

3.5/587 455 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87455 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 233

Greyhound Springfield Richmond recent customer reviews

My first two buses had no a/c so for 6 hours I rode uncomfortable i then went to change my ticket because I needed to stay a day later the lady at the ticket booth messed up my ticket she scheduled me for the wrong trip I missed the bus had to pay an additional 2

Venus O.

11 October 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 752 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 680 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, MA 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 Springfield to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to Richmond start at R 1 224. The average price for this route is around R 2 617. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Springfield to Richmond?
The average bus journey time from Springfield to Richmond is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 655 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Springfield to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Springfield to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Springfield to Richmond at 06:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to Richmond?
A bus trip from Springfield to Richmond produces an estimated 16 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 Springfield 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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Springfield 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 Springfield to Richmond?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Springfield 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

24/12

R 1 726

25/12

R 1 675

Today

R 1 726

27/12

R 1 538

28/12

No data

29/12

R 1 435

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The cheapest trip from Springfield, MA to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 435

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 435 to R 2 768 for a bus ticket from Springfield, MA to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 435, which is on 2025-12-29.

Usually 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.