What is the cheapest way to get from Richmond to Franklin?

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Franklin is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Richmond to Franklin?

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $140 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Richmond and Franklin?

No, there is no direct bus from Richmond to Franklin. However, there are services departing from Richmond and arriving at Nolensville Pike & Flora Maxwell Rd via Lynchburg Transit Center and Fulton Station Outbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

How far is it from Richmond to Franklin?

The distance between Richmond and Franklin is 560 miles. The road distance is 614.4 miles.

How do I travel from Richmond to Franklin without a car?

The best way to get from Richmond to Franklin without a car is to bus which takes 14h 45m and costs $130 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Richmond to Franklin?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Richmond to Franklin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Franklin bus from?

Richmond to Franklin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Richmond station.

Bus or fly from Richmond to Franklin?

The best way to get from Richmond to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $140 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $240 and takes 14h 45m.

Where does the Richmond to Franklin bus arrive?

Richmond to Franklin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Lynchburg Transit Center station.

What is the time difference between Richmond and Franklin?

Franklin is 1h behind Richmond. It is currently 3:28 AM in Richmond and 2:28 AM in Franklin.

Can I drive from Richmond to Franklin?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Franklin is 614 miles. It takes approximately 10h 42m to drive from Richmond to Franklin.

Where can I stay near Franklin?

There are 178+ hotels available in Franklin.

Richmond to Franklin - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Richmond to Franklin by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, train, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Fly from Richmond International Airport
best
1. Fly from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Nashville (BNA)plane RIC - BNA
3h 55m
$145–555
Drive 610.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Richmond to Franklincar 610.8 mi
10h 42m
$112–161
Bus
1. Take the bus from Richmond to Lynchburg Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2605
2. Take the bus from Lynchburg Transit Center to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0600
14h 45m
$138–236
Bus to Norfolk International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Richmond to Norfolkbus
2. Fly from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to Nashville (BNA)plane ORF - BNA
5h 27m
$172–570
Train to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Alexandriatrain
2. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Nashville (BNA)plane DCA - BNA
6h 2m
$900–1,258
Bus via Charlottesville
1. Take the bus from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Charlottesville Amtrak Stationbus Richmond / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0600
14h 48m
$159–264
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Alexandriatrain
2. Take the train from Alexandria to Roanoketrain
3. Take the bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Nashville Bus Stationbus
18h 3m
$219–414

Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Nashville (BNA) flights

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3h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 556.7 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Richmond, VA, USA and Franklin, TN, USA?

Allegiant Air, Southwest Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Nashville (BNA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Richmond to Franklin via Lynchburg Transit Center, Nashville Bus Station, Fulton Station Outbound, and Nolensville Pike & Flora Maxwell Rd in around 14h 45m.

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