Bus Richmond, VA to Newark: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Richmond, VA to Newark

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Richmond, VA to Newark from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$49

tomorrow

$54

Monday

$47

Tuesday

Wednesday

$46

Thursday

$44

Friday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	7h 10m	9:10 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	4:20 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/25/2026 9:10:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 4:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
FlixBus	6h 20m	6:45 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	1:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$52	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/25/2026 6:45:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Greyhound US	8h 15m	2:10 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	10:25 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$55	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/25/2026 2:10:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
Greyhound US	7h 55m	4:10 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	12:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$55	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/25/2026 4:10:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	6h 30m	12:05 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	6:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$54	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/26/2026 12:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
FlixBus	6h 55m	3:30 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	10:25 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/26/2026 3:30:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
Greyhound US	6h 20m	3:45 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	10:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/26/2026 3:45:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
FlixBus	6h 20m	6:45 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	1:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/26/2026 6:45:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
FlixBus	8h 30m	7:05 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	3:35 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$60	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/26/2026 7:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Richmond, VA to Newark via Philadelphia, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BBBus USA
  
  7h 0m
  
  0
  
  10:55 PM
  
  Richmond, VA
  Brook and Walmart
  
  3:00 AM
  
  Philadelphia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from BBBus USA goes from Brook and Walmart, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/27/2026 10:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:00:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 30m
  
  0
  
  4:25 AM
  
  Philadelphia
  Central Bus Station
  
  5:55 AM
  
  Newark
  Penn Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $12
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Philadelphia (USA) at 7/28/2026 4:25:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	6h 30m	12:05 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	6:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/27/2026 12:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
FlixBus	6h 55m	3:30 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	10:25 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/27/2026 3:30:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
FlixBus	6h 20m	6:45 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	1:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/27/2026 6:45:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Greyhound US	6h 20m	3:45 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	10:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/27/2026 3:45:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Greyhound US	7h 55m	4:10 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	12:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/27/2026 4:10:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	6h 30m	12:05 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	6:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/29/2026 12:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Greyhound US	7h 55m	4:10 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	12:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/29/2026 4:10:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
FlixBus	8h 30m	7:05 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	3:35 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/29/2026 7:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
FlixBus	6h 20m	6:45 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	1:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:45:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Greyhound US	8h 15m	2:10 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	10:25 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/29/2026 2:10:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 20m	6:45 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	1:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:45:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
FlixBus	7h 20m	6:15 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	1:35 PM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:15:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
Greyhound US	6h 30m	12:05 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	6:35 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/30/2026 12:05:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Greyhound US	7h 55m	4:10 PM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	12:05 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/30/2026 4:10:00 PM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
FlixBus	8h 10m	1:10 AM	Richmond, VA	Main Street Station	9:20 AM	Newark	Penn Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Main Street Station, Richmond, VA (USA) at 7/30/2026 1:10:00 AM to Penn Station, Newark (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Frequency of bus connections between Richmond, VA and Newark

See here how frequent the connections between Richmond, VA and Newark are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 25 daily buses from Richmond, VA to Newark. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Richmond, VA and Newark.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 23 buses from Richmond, VA to Newark, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Richmond, VA and Newark, with 15 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/29/2026 costs just $42, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Richmond, VA to Newark

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 14 times every day by bus from Richmond, VA to Newark in one click! Book your bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Newark starting from $42!

Cheapest Bus	$42
Fastest Bus	6h 20m
Earliest Bus	2:10 PM
Latest Bus	9:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	14 Ø
Distance	281.8 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Richmond, VA to Newark

Every day, 14 buses from 2 bus companies leave Richmond, VA for Newark: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$49

Sunday 07/26

$51

Monday 07/27

$48

Tuesday 07/28

$46

Wednesday 07/29

$42

Thursday 07/30

$43

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$43

Sunday 08/02

$48

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$46

Friday 08/07

$47

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

$51

Monday 08/10

$42

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Richmond, VA to Newark

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Newark, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $42, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Richmond, VA to Newark. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $48.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Richmond, VA to Newark, with $42. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $47.

How to save money travelling from Richmond, VA to Newark

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Richmond, VA to Newark in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Richmond, VA to Newark, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Richmond, VA to Newark are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Richmond, VA to Newark

These are the most booked bus companies between Richmond, VA to Newark from our users.

Greyhound US from Richmond, VA to Newark

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Richmond, VA to Newark:

Cheapest Price	$46
Fastest Bus	6h 20m
Earliest Bus	2:10 PM
Last Bus	9:10 PM
Daily Connections	7 Ø
Found on	6/29/2026

All bus stations and stops in Richmond, VA and Newark

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Richmond, VA and Newark.

Main Street Station

E Main St 1500

VCU Parking

N. Pine Street 271

Central Bus Station

Eastern Bus

N Arthur Ashe Blvd 910

3rd & Franklin

North 3rd Street 70

Penn Station

Raymond Plaza W 1

Broad St Across From Njt

Raymond Plaza East

Raymond Plaza East, between Ferry St. and Edison Pl

Service and Comfort on the bus from Richmond, VA to Newark

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Richmond, VA to Newark? Or which bus companies serve the route Richmond, VA to Newark? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Richmond, VA to Newark bus

How much does a Richmond, VA Newark bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $42 and takes 6h 20m to reach Newark. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Richmond, VA to Newark?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $42 and $81. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Newark.

On average, how many connections are available from Richmond, VA to Newark each day?

Every day, the Richmond, VA to Newark bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Richmond, VA to Newark take?

The fastest bus from Richmond, VA to Newark is offered by FlixBus and takes 6h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $52. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Richmond, VA to Newark?

The earliest bus arriving in Newark from Richmond, VA starts at 2:10 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Richmond, VA to Newark?

The latest bus trip departing from Richmond, VA for Newark starts at 9:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Richmond, VA Newark route?

When traveling by bus from Richmond, VA to Newark, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Richmond, VA and Newark?

You can check all the direct connections between Richmond, VA and Newark by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Richmond, VA to Newark bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Richmond, VA Newark bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Richmond, VA Newark bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Richmond, VA to Newark on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Richmond, VA to Newark

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Richmond, VA and to Newark

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Richmond, VA and to Newark. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!