Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for bus drivers, transit and intercity is $25.45 an hour ($52,940 a year). About 3,800 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($59,050). Virginia ranks 24th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bus drivers, transit and intercity in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.96 | $39,430 |
| 25% of workers | $22.27 | $46,330 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.45 | $52,940 |
| 75% of workers | $30.00 | $62,400 |
| 90% of workers | $36.62 | $76,170 |
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | $50,270 | 470 |
| Charlottesville | $47,950 | 240 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $46,810 | 690 |
| Roanoke | $45,760 | 130 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for bus drivers, transit and intercity
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.1% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 21,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $56,860 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $42,450 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $50,190 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $38,670 |
| School Bus Monitors | $36,510 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $79,900 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $90,780 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $37,180 |
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