Preparing for Your Arrival

Transportation from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Longwood University

International students are encouraged to take advantage of the discounted transportation to Longwood University to and from Richmond International Airport (RIC)  provided at the beginning and the end of each semester. Please confirm your arrival/departure plans in advance with the Center for Global Engagement if you wish to use this service. Students will be emailed and reminded of the days that are being offered by our office. 

Transportation Prices:

You cannot arrive in the United States after the program state date on your I-20 or DS-2019 unless you receive a letter of approval from Longwood University.

You have a 30-day grace period after the end date listed on your DS-2019 (or 60 days if you have an I-20), during which you may remain in the United States on your student visa. 

Please make alternative arrangements for transportation if you do not arrive at Longwood University on the scheduled free transportation date. A friend or a family member may pick you up, or you may hire a bus or taxi to take you to Farmville. However, please be advised that Longwood University is about one hour drive from Richmond International Airport and that hiring a taxi would be very expensive. 

Pay by credit or debit card only (cash accepted for the tip). 

• Virginia AirLink - transportation available to or from Longwood, Richmond International Airport, or the bus and train stations. Book at least 12 hours in advance online or by phone. For last-minute transportation, please call to check for availability. 
  • Website: http://virginiaairlink.com
  • Email: virginia.airlink@gmail.com
  • Phone: 804.372.7433
  • Discounted rates for students
    • 1 student - $120 ($160 regular rate)
    • 2 students - $80/each
    • 3 students - $60/each
    • 4 or 5 students - $40/each
  • ​Pay by credit card only 

• Virginia Breeze - Northbound Schedule available to or from Walmart Supercenter in Farmville and Main Street Station in Richmond. 
  • Website: https://virginiabreeze.org/routes/
  • Phone: 877.462.6342
  • The one-way ticket usually costs $14.99. 
  • Pay by credit or debit card. 

• Yellow Cab
  • Phone: 804.222.7300
• Uber/Lyft ​

The purpose of this orientation is to supply you with the information to help you succeed at Longwood and go over your responsibilities as an international student. This orientation is mandatory for all new international students.