How do I get from Nashville to Richmond without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Richmond without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long is the bus ride from Nashville to Richmond?

On average, the trip from Nashville to Richmond takes around 17h 35m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 15h 20m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 524 miles (845 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Nashville from Richmond?

Nashville and Richmond are 524 miles (845 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nashville to Richmond?

Most of the buses traveling from Nashville to Richmond leave from Greyhound Bus Station and arrive at Main Street Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Nashville to Richmond?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. $85 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Richmond from Nashville.

How much does a bus ticket from Nashville to Richmond cost?

The bus ticket costs $118 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $85 and $210, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Nashville (TN) to Richmond (VA), US Bus Tickets

TodayJun 10

from $210

TomorrowJun 11

ThuJun 12

FriJun 13

SatJun 14

SunJun 15

from $172

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 15 at 9:55pm
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: June 16 at 8:15pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Henrico
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 21h 20m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 15 at 2:30pm
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: June 16 at 6:50am
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Henrico
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 20m
Departure time: June 15 at 12:30am
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: June 15 at 6:35pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 17h 5m
Departure time: June 15 at 4:00am
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: June 15 at 11:55pm
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 18h 55m
Departure time: June 15 at 9:45am
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: June 16 at 3:40am
Destination city: Richmond
Destination location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 55m

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Bus Nashville to Richmond: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$118

Average bus trip duration17h 35m

Number of daily buses10

Earliest bus departure12:30am

Distance524 miles (845 km)

Latest bus departure9:55pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,029 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Nashville Richmond recent customer reviews

I didn’t enjoy this ride it was a lot going on the bus driver he didn’t want to take us to Richmond and and bus driver didn’t want to come to work it just wasn’t right

Siedah W.

July 1, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/58,986 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,187 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Nashville to Richmond Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Nashville and Richmond?

Stops in Nashville

A - Greyhound Bus Station

B - Nashville Bus Station

Stops in Richmond

A - Main Street Station

B - Staples Mill Road

C - 8531 Fordson Rd

D - VCU

E - 2828 W. Broad St.

F - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Nashville (TN) - Richmond (VA), US

How do I get from Nashville to Richmond without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Nashville to Richmond?
How far is Nashville from Richmond?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nashville to Richmond?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Nashville to Richmond?
How much does a bus ticket from Nashville to Richmond cost?

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

Best price found

06/08

$89

06/09

$97

Today

$182

06/11

$75

06/12

$138

06/13

No data

06/14

No data

06/15

$172

The cheapest trip from Nashville to Richmond was searched and found on Jun 11, 2025 with a price of $75

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

You can expect to pay from $75 to $202 for a bus ticket from Nashville to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2025-06-11.

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 Nashville and Richmond!

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 Nashville to Richmond.

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 Nashville to Richmond.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Nashville to Richmond while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

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

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Bus Tickets from Nashville (TN) to Richmond (VA), US

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Bus Nashville to Richmond: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Nashville and Richmond?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Nashville (TN) - Richmond (VA), US

How do I get from Nashville to Richmond without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Nashville to Richmond?

How far is Nashville from Richmond?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nashville to Richmond?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Nashville to Richmond?

How much does a bus ticket from Nashville to Richmond cost?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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Bus Travel Tips

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