What is the travel distance from Richmond to Tucson?

About 1926 miles (3106 km) separate Richmond and Tucson.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Richmond to Tucson start their journey at Main Street Station and wind up at Greyhound Station. These are the main 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 are the best sights and things to do in Tucson?

Once in Tucson, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Franklin Museum, Colossal Cave Mountain Park, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Biosphere 2 and ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center.

Bus Richmond to Tucson from $158 | Refundable Tickets

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Departure time: August 29 at 9:00pm
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Henrico
Arrival time: September 1 at 6:35pm
Destination city: Tucson
Destination location: U of A
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d
Departure time: August 29 at 10:00pm
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond Bus Station
Arrival time: September 1 at 9:05pm
Destination city: Tucson
Destination location: South Tucson
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 2h
Departure time: August 29 at 10:00pm
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond Bus Station
Arrival time: September 1 at 9:40pm
Destination city: Tucson
Destination location: Arco - 802 W Speedway Blvd
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 2h
Departure time: August 29 at 11:50pm
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond Bus Station
Arrival time: September 1 at 5:40pm
Destination city: Tucson
Destination location: E Broadway Blvd
Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
Greyhound + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 20h
Departure time: August 29 at 11:50pm
Departure city: Richmond
Departure location: Richmond Bus Station
Arrival time: September 1 at 5:00pm
Destination city: Tucson
Destination location: Tucson Downtown
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 20h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$158 - $564	Average Duration2d 20h	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$372 - $445	Average Duration3d 14h	CO₂ emissions 281kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Tucson

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

2d 20hAverage Duration

$158Cheapest ticket

77kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Tucson: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$248

Average bus trip duration2d 20h

Number of daily buses17

Earliest bus departure5:40am

Distance1914 miles (3087 km)

Latest bus departure11:45pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,224 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.

FlixBus

3.5/510,337 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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.

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

Richmond to Tucson Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Richmond to Tucson.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Richmond to Tucson from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Richmond to Tucson, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Tucson?

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

Stops in Tucson

A - Greyhound Station

B - S 12th Ave

C - Arco - 802 W Speedway Blvd

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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 Tucson, as early as possible.

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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Richmond to Tucson but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Richmond to Tucson, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Tucson that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Richmond to Tucson, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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 Tucson?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2d 20h	Avg Price$248	Daily Departures17
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3d 14h	Avg Price$415	Daily Departures5

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Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Tucson

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What is the travel distance from Richmond to Tucson?

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