Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI

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Next departures for Richmond to Detroit on October 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
Detroit Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Detroit Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Main Street Station
Amtrak StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Detroit

Average PriceUS$67 - US$200Average Duration18h 55m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$207 - US$368Average Duration1d 9h
65kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 18 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
18h 55mAverage Duration
US$67Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$98
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 55m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance717 km
Latest bus departure11:10pm

Richmond to Detroit Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Detroit, MI

  1. How far is Richmond from Detroit?

    Richmond and Detroit are 714 km (443 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Richmond to Detroit?

    Buses departing from 8531 Fordson Rd in Richmond will take you to Detroit Bus Station in Detroit.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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10-07
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10-08
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Today
US$166
10-10
US$104
10-11
US$95
10-12
US$150
10-13
US$113
10-14
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Oct 11, 2025 with a price of US$95

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 Detroit, MI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$95 to US$358 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$95 which is on 2025-10-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Richmond to Detroit.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Richmond to Detroit, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Richmond to Detroit will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Richmond to Detroit, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI?

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