What is the distance between Richmond and Petersburg?

The distance separating Richmond and Petersburg is 23 miles (37 km).

Bus Richmond to Petersburg from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Petersburg on September 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	30m	9:15pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
11:30am	Main Street Station	5h 11m	4:41pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
11:30am	Main Street Station	5h 11m	4:41pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Petersburg on September 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	30m	9:15pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
		5:00am	Richmond	40m	5:40am	Petersburg	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Petersburg on September 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	30m	9:15pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Richmond to Petersburg on September 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	30m	9:15pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
		5:00am	Richmond	40m	5:40am	Petersburg	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Petersburg on September 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	30m	9:15pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
11:30am	Main Street Station	5h 11m	4:41pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags
11:30am	Main Street Station	5h 11m	4:41pm	Petersburg, VA	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Petersburg on September 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	30m	9:15pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Richmond to Petersburg on September 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:45pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	30m	9:15pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
		5:00am	Richmond	40m	5:40am	Petersburg	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Petersburg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $211	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$17 - $190	Average Duration35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Petersburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

30mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Petersburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$13

Average bus trip duration30m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure5:00am

Distance22 miles (34 km)

Latest bus departure8:45pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,258 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

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.

Tornado Bus

3/5143 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.6

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $211 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

Amtrak

4/55,467 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Senda Diamante

Richmond to Petersburg Bus

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09/15

$5

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$5

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$5

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$5

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$5

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$5

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$5

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Petersburg was searched and found on Sep 15, 2025 with a price of $5

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 Petersburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $219 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-09-18.

Usually Tornado Bus, 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.

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Richmond to Petersburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Petersburg?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time30m	Avg Price$13	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time35m	Avg Price$29	Daily Departures9

Will you be returning to Richmond, VA, US by bus?

Bus from Petersburg to Richmond, VA, US

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Train from Richmond, VA, US to Petersburg

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