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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Richmond to Houghton. Traveling by coach from Richmond to Houghton usually takes around 39 hours, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 871 mi (1402 km) |
Shortest duration | 39h 0m |
Cheapest price | £147.64 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Richmond to Houghton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Richmond to Houghton. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 1 | 1d 14h 50m | £147.64 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Richmond to Houghton every day, with the average journey taking around 38 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Houghton usually start from £148.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 39 hours to cover the 871 miles from Richmond to Houghton. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one coach per day from Richmond to Houghton. It leaves the station in Richmond at 17:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one coach per day from Richmond to Houghton. However, it is not a direct coach, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change coaches during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Richmond to Houghton; ticket prices start at £317.63.
City Information
Richmond
As one of the most historically significant cities in the U.S., Richmond is a top-tier destination for not just fans of history but also culturally-inclined travelers. The premier tourist attraction of the city is the Virginia State Capitol, which features a unique architecture partially designed by Thomas Jefferson himself. For those who want to enjoy a cultural experience, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is worth checking out, as it houses five exquisitely beautiful Fabergé eggs, along with works by Degas, Cézanne, and Renoir. If you wish to retreat from the concrete jungle, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a great alternative.
Richmond’s diverse community has had a huge influence on its food scene. Croaker's Spot is a famous restaurant that serves some of the best seafood around. Richmond is also the home to a burgeoning craft beer scene, and there are as many as 30 brands in the city. Some of the local favorites include Hardywood, The Veil Brewing Co., and The Answer Brewpub.
Richmond is a major hub for bus travel, and visitors can catch buses that go to cities like Washington, D.C., New York and Raleigh on a daily basis. The city boasts two Amtrak train stations that provide regular service to Washington, D.C., New York City and beyond. The principal one is the Main Street Station, which is located right in the heart of downtown Richmond. The main airport is the Richmond International Airport, 7 miles southeast of the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Richmond?
Image credit: Miles in Transit
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 2910 N Blvd
Richmond Bus Terminal is a Greyhound Bus Station that serves several routes across the United States. Along with Greyhound, Flixbus services also operate out of this station. The terminal provides intrastate travel to other cities such as Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Roanoke. It also acts as a thoroughfare for various long-haul bus routes along the East Coast, including New York, Washington, DC, Atlanta, and Miami. Passengers with time to kill can eat at the onsite restaurant or venture out into The Diamond district, which features several parks, coffee shops, and eateries.
All coach stations in Richmond:
Bus Terminal - 2910 N Blvd
Where does the coach arrive in Houghton?
Main arrival station: Michigan Tech University, Memorial Union
All coaches from Richmond arrive at one main station in Houghton.
Coach stations in Houghton:
Michigan Tech University, Memorial Union
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