Find coaches from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US

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Next departures from Richmond to Los Angeles on 3 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Main Street Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Los Angeles

Bus
Average priceUS$146 - US$569Average duration2d 20h
92kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$259 - US$864Average duration3d 4h
334kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$146, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day
2d 20hAverage duration
US$146Cheapest ticket
92kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$240
Average bus trip duration2d 20h
Number of daily buses35
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance2288 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Richmond to Los Angeles Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Los Angeles, US

  1. How far is Los Angeles from Richmond by coach?

    The journey from Richmond to Los Angeles by coach covers an approximate distance of 2278 miles (3674 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Los Angeles from Richmond without flying?

    To travel from Richmond to Los Angeles without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/09
US$263
01/10
US$266
Today
US$353
03/10
US$268
04/10
US$136
05/10
No data
06/10
US$158
07/10
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 4 Oct 2025 with a price of US$136

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$136 to US$2,054 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$136, which is on 2025-10-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Richmond to Los Angeles.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Richmond to Los Angeles.

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 Los Angeles that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Richmond to Los Angeles.

Did you know?

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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US?

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