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Compare all timetables for the bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA from various bus operators like Greyhound US, FlixBus or BBBus USA for the next days.

today
$36
tomorrow
$47
Tuesday
Wednesday
$36
Thursday
Friday
$53
Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
BBBus USA 4h 10m 12:40 PM Philadelphia 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Bus Stop 4:50 PM Richmond, VA Brook and Walmart  Premium Economy $36
BBBus USA 4h 5m 7:30 PM Philadelphia 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Bus Stop 11:35 PM Richmond, VA Brook and Walmart  Premium Economy $36
FlixBus 5h 30m 5:00 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 10:30 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $42
FlixBus 5h 45m 8:30 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 2:15 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $44
Greyhound US 6h 25m 5:50 PM Philadelphia Convention Center 12:15 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $47

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 30m 5:00 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 10:30 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $47
FlixBus 5h 45m 8:30 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 2:15 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $47
FlixBus 5h 40m 1:50 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 7:30 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $50
Greyhound US 6h 25m 5:50 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 12:15 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $50
Greyhound US 9h 35m 8:00 PM Philadelphia IRS Building 5:35 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $60

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
BBBus USA 4h 10m 12:40 PM Philadelphia 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Bus Stop 4:50 PM Richmond, VA Brook and Walmart  Premium Economy $36
BBBus USA 4h 5m 7:30 PM Philadelphia 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd. Bus Stop 11:35 PM Richmond, VA Brook and Walmart  Premium Economy $36
FlixBus 5h 30m 5:00 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 10:30 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $49
FlixBus 5h 35m 1:50 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 7:25 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $50
Greyhound US 6h 25m 5:50 PM Philadelphia Convention Center 12:15 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $50

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 30m 5:00 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 10:30 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $53
FlixBus 5h 45m 8:30 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 2:15 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $53
FlixBus 5h 40m 1:50 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 7:30 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $54
Greyhound US 6h 25m 5:50 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 12:15 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $58
Greyhound US 8h 10m 9:45 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 5:55 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station  Economy $65
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA via Washington, DC, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 45m
      0
      2:45 AM
      Philadelphia
      IRS Building
      6:40 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $22
    • Waiting Time 1h 50m
    • FlixBus
      2h 0m
      0
      8:30 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      10:30 AM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $21
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save $10

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA is $36 on 12/17/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Philadelphia and Richmond, VA

See here how frequent the connections between Philadelphia and Richmond, VA are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 27 daily buses from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 17 daily coaches between Philadelphia and Richmond, VA.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 26 buses from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA, while Night sees the fewest connections between Philadelphia and Richmond, VA, with 15 offers.

Facts about the bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US, FlixBus and BBBus USA that travel 21 times every day by bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA starting from $36!

Cheapest Bus $36
Fastest Bus 4h 5m
Earliest Bus 5:00 AM
Latest Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 21 Ø
Distance 206.6 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US, FlixBus and BBBus USA

Cheapest bus connections from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA

Every day, 21 buses from 3 bus companies leave Philadelphia for Richmond, VA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/14/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
$36
Monday 12/15
$47
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
$36
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
$53
Saturday 12/20
Sunday 12/21
$61
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27
Sunday 12/28
$37
Monday 12/29
Tuesday 12/30
Wednesday 12/31
Thursday 01/01
$36
Friday 01/02
$36
Saturday 01/03
Sunday 01/04
Monday 01/05
Tuesday 01/06
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $36, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $47.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA, with $36. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $44.

How to save money travelling from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA

These are the most booked bus companies between Philadelphia to Richmond, VA from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Richmond, VA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Philadelphia and Richmond, VA.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA? Or which bus companies serve the route Philadelphia to Richmond, VA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Philadelphia to Richmond, VA bus

How much does a Philadelphia Richmond, VA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $36 and takes 4h 10m to reach Richmond, VA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $36 and $107. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Richmond, VA.

On average, how many connections are available from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA each day?

Every day, the Philadelphia to Richmond, VA bus route is served by approximately 21 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA take?

The fastest bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA is offered by BBBus USA and takes 4h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $36. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA?

The earliest bus arriving in Richmond, VA from Philadelphia starts at 5:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA?

The latest bus trip departing from Philadelphia for Richmond, VA starts at 10:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Philadelphia Richmond, VA route?

When traveling by bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA, passengers can travel with Greyhound US, FlixBus and BBBus USA. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Richmond, VA?

You can check all the direct connections between Philadelphia and Richmond, VA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US, FlixBus and BBBus USA.

What can I take with me on the Philadelphia to Richmond, VA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Philadelphia Richmond, VA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Philadelphia Richmond, VA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 21 daily trips between Philadelphia and Richmond, VA. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Philadelphia to Richmond, VA?

Prices and availability for 21 trips between Philadelphia and Richmond, VA change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Philadelphia to Richmond, VA

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

More bus routes to Philadelphia and to Richmond, VA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Philadelphia and to Richmond, VA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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