How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Providence?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Providence start from $60. The average price for this route is around $98. 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 Providence?

The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Providence is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 437 miles (704 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 6m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Providence route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Providence at 3:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Providence generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Richmond to Providence?

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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Providence?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Richmond to Providence?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Richmond to Providence?

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.

Bus Richmond to Providence from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to Providence on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:50pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	21h 10m	8:00pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Richmond to Providence on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:45pm	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	16h 35m	8:20am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 5m	8:00pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	18h 10m	8:20am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:50pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	21h 10m	8:00pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Providence on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:30pm	Henrico	14h 25m	11:55am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
	Bus	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h 45m	11:55am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:55am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 5m	8:00pm	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	Bus	10:20am	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	13h 45m	12:05am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:45am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	15h 20m	12:05am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:26 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

15h 35mAverage Duration

437 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$60 - $327	Average Duration15h 35m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $639	Average Duration11h 7m	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Providence?

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

Stops in Providence

A
Providence Downtown
99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
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B
Downtown
Broadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
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C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904
D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903
E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA
F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,564 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,633 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 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 Richmond, VA, US to Providence 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 Providence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Providence start from $60. The average price for this route is around $98. 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 Providence?
The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Providence is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 437 miles (704 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Providence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Providence?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Providence at 3:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Providence?
A bus trip from Richmond to Providence generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Richmond to Providence?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Providence?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Richmond to Providence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Richmond to Providence?
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.

Best price found

12/07

$88

12/08

$91

Today

$94

12/10

$74

12/11

$77

12/12

$67

12/13

$72

12/14

$84

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Providence was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $67

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 Providence, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $67 to $101 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2025-12-12.