How far is Richmond from Detroit?

The distance between the two cities is 443 miles (714 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Richmond to Detroit?

Most of the buses traveling from Richmond to Detroit leave from Main Street Station and arrive at Detroit Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

Once in Detroit, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Ford Field, Fox Theater, Wright Museum of African American History, Detroit Riverwalk and Motown Museum.

Bus Richmond to Detroit from $87 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Richmond to Detroit on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:40am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	21h 15m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:40am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	21h 15m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	18h 25m	8:45am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	18h 45m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:15pm	Henrico	18h 30m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

19h 15mAverage Duration

445 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$89 - $304	Average Duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$211 - $477	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Detroit?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,397 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,454 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI by bus

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $177

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 $177 to $196 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 $177 which is on 2025-11-29.