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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Nashville Bus Station | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Nashville Bus Station | Henrico | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Nashville Bus Station | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Nashville Bus Station | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Nashville Bus Station | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | No tags |
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Get from Nashville to Richmond
The journey takes about 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Nashville and Richmond?
Stops in Nashville
- A709 5th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37203
- B4033 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211, USA
Stops in Richmond
- A8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
- B1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
- CRichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nashville, TN to Richmond, VA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Nashville to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nashville to Richmond start from $118. The average price for this route is around $130. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Nashville to Richmond?
The average bus trip duration from Nashville to Richmond is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 525 miles (846 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Nashville to Richmond route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nashville to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Nashville to Richmond at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nashville to Richmond?
A bus trip from Nashville to Richmond generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Nashville to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nashville to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Nashville to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Nashville to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Nashville, TN to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $145To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nashville, TN to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $145 to $171 for a bus ticket from Nashville, TN to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $145 which is on 2026-01-31.
