How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Richmond?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Richmond start from $115. The average price for this route is around $170. 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 Cincinnati to Richmond?

The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to Richmond is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 398 miles (641 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Richmond route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Richmond?

The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Richmond at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Richmond?

A bus trip from Cincinnati to Richmond generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Cincinnati to Richmond from $105 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to Richmond on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 45m	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	4:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 1h	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Richmond on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 45m	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	4:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 1h	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Richmond on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	5:55pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:30pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 45m	2:15pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	1:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	4:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 1h	5:35am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags
	Bus	1:20pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d	2:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:57 PM EST.

Get from Cincinnati to Richmond

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

398 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Richmond?

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

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

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Richmond?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Richmond start from $115. The average price for this route is around $170. 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 Cincinnati to Richmond?
The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to Richmond is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 398 miles (641 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Richmond?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Richmond at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Richmond?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to Richmond generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/30

$368

12/01

No data

Today

$182

12/03

$126

12/04

$159

12/05

$162

12/06

$143

12/07

$188

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $126

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

You can expect to pay from $126 to $380 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $126 which is on 2025-12-03.