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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Ashland Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Ashland Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Ashland Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Ashland Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Ashland Bus Station | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ashland. The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Ashland, KY by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Ashland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Ashland start from $127. The average price for this route is around $148. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Richmond to Ashland?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Ashland is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 469 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Ashland route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Ashland?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Ashland at 6:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Ashland?
A bus trip from Richmond to Ashland generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Richmond to Ashland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Ashland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond to Ashland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to Ashland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Ashland, KY was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $138To 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 Ashland, KY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $138 to $456 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Ashland, KY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $240 which is on 2025-11-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Ashland, KY?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
