How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Richmond start from $148. The average price for this route is around $309. 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 St. Louis to Richmond?

The average bus travel time from St. Louis to Richmond is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1126 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Richmond route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from St. Louis to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Richmond at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Richmond?

A bus trip from St. Louis to Richmond generates an estimated 28 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 St. Louis to Richmond?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87524 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Richmond?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from St. Louis to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus St. Louis to Richmond from $138 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Richmond on March 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 10h	11:30am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Cheapest
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 6h	7:55am	Henrico	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 14h	3:55pm	Richmond North (McDonalds Mechanicsville Tpk)	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Richmond on March 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	1d 2h	8:10pm	Henrico	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45am	Gateway Station	23h 30m	10:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Fastest
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	1d 2h	6:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:55pm	Gateway Station	1d 2h	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	23h 35m	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:07 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $148, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

1126 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$148 - $428	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$226 - $1,536	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and Richmond?

Stops in St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

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Greyhound

3.5/587,524 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,292 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US 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 St. Louis to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Richmond start from $148. The average price for this route is around $309. 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 St. Louis to Richmond?
The average bus travel time from St. Louis to Richmond is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1126 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Richmond route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from St. Louis to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Richmond at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Richmond?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Richmond generates an estimated 28 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 St. Louis to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87524 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Richmond?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from St. Louis to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03-04

$312

03-05

$301

Today

$368

03-07

$294

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Mar 7, 2026 with a price of $294

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $294 to $464 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $294 which is on 2026-03-07.