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Compare all timetables for the bus from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA

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

today
$137
tomorrow
Tuesday
$183
Wednesday
$180
Thursday
Friday
$136
Saturday
$170

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 43h 25m 1:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 8:15 AM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $137
FlixBus 33h 30m 11:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 8:15 AM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $137
Greyhound US 27h 40m 9:25 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 12:05 PM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $137
Greyhound US 30h 40m 9:25 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 3:05 PM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $137
FlixBus 23h 30m 4:35 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 3:05 AM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $138

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 26h 10m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:55 AM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $183
Greyhound US 27h 30m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 8:15 AM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $183
Greyhound US 27h 40m 9:25 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 12:05 PM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $184
FlixBus 23h 30m 4:35 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 3:05 AM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $186
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA via Atlanta, GA, you can save more than $44? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      27h 20m
      0
      12:45 AM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      11:25 AM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $61
      • Waiting Time 5h 15m
    • Busbud
      11h 25m
      0
      4:40 PM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      3:05 AM
      Lafayette, LA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $78
    Travel time is 4h 50m longer, but you will save $44

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 28h 20m 11:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 3:05 AM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $180
FlixBus 35h 20m 11:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 10:05 AM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $181
Greyhound US 29h 20m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 10:05 AM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $182
Greyhound US 26h 10m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:55 AM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $183
Greyhound US 27h 40m 9:25 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 12:05 PM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $184
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA via Atlanta, GA, you can save more than $41? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      27h 20m
      0
      12:45 AM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      11:25 AM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $61
      • Waiting Time 5h 15m
    • Busbud
      11h 25m
      0
      4:40 PM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      3:05 AM
      Lafayette, LA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $78
    Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $41

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 28h 10m 6:00 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 9:10 PM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $136
FlixBus 43h 25m 1:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 8:15 AM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $137
FlixBus 33h 30m 11:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 8:15 AM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $137
Greyhound US 26h 10m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:55 AM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $143
Greyhound US 27h 30m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 8:15 AM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $143

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 30m 4:35 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 3:05 AM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $170
FlixBus 28h 20m 11:45 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 3:05 AM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $171
Greyhound US 27h 40m 9:25 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 12:05 PM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $171
FlixBus 43h 25m 1:50 PM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 8:15 AM Lafayette, LA TA Travel Center  Economy $172
Greyhound US 26h 10m 5:45 AM Richmond, VA Main Street Station 6:55 AM Lafayette, LA Bus Stop  Economy $172
  • Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA via Atlanta, GA, you can save more than $31? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      27h 20m
      0
      12:45 AM
      Richmond, VA
      Main Street Station
      11:25 AM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $61
      • Waiting Time 5h 15m
    • Busbud
      11h 25m
      0
      4:40 PM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      3:05 AM
      Lafayette, LA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $78
    Travel time is 4h 50m longer, but you will save $31

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA is $136 on 2/13/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Richmond, VA and Lafayette, LA

See here how frequent the connections between Richmond, VA and Lafayette, LA are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily buses from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Richmond, VA and Lafayette, LA.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 16 buses from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Richmond, VA and Lafayette, LA, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 10 times every day by bus from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA starting from $136!

Cheapest Bus $136
Fastest Bus 22h 30m
Earliest Bus 4:35 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 10 Ø
Distance 976.1 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA

Every day, 10 buses from 2 bus companies leave Richmond, VA for Lafayette, LA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/08/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 02/08
$137
Monday 02/09
Tuesday 02/10
$183
Wednesday 02/11
$180
Thursday 02/12
Friday 02/13
$136
Saturday 02/14
$170
Sunday 02/15
Monday 02/16
Tuesday 02/17
Wednesday 02/18
Thursday 02/19
Friday 02/20
Saturday 02/21
Sunday 02/22
Monday 02/23
Tuesday 02/24
Wednesday 02/25
Thursday 02/26
Friday 02/27
Saturday 02/28
Sunday 03/01
Monday 03/02
Tuesday 03/03
Wednesday 03/04
Thursday 03/05
Friday 03/06
Saturday 03/07

The cheapest time to travel from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $136, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $183.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA, with $136. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $137.

How to save money travelling from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA

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 Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA 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 Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA, 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 Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Richmond, VA and Lafayette, LA

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA

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

FAQs about the Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA bus

How much does a Richmond, VA Lafayette, LA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $136 and takes 27h 10m to reach Lafayette, LA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $136 and $195. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Lafayette, LA.

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

Every day, the Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA is offered by FlixBus and takes 22h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $138. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Lafayette, LA from Richmond, VA starts at 4:35 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 Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA?

The latest bus trip departing from Richmond, VA for Lafayette, LA starts at 11:45 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 Richmond, VA Lafayette, LA route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Richmond, VA and Lafayette, LA?

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

What can I take with me on the Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA 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 Richmond, VA Lafayette, LA 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 Richmond, VA Lafayette, LA 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 Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA on your planned travel date.

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

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 10 daily trips between Richmond, VA and Lafayette, LA. 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 Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA?

Prices and availability for 10 trips between Richmond, VA and Lafayette, LA 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 Richmond, VA to Lafayette, LA

Economy
Economy

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

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