5.0
Pros: Not having to drive. Cons: More stops in my home city. Tips: I hope you get the same driver I had.
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There is one daily bus from Danville to Richmond. Traveling by bus from Danville to Richmond usually takes around 3 hours and 10 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 127 mi (204 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 10m |
Cheapest price | $27.98 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Megabus |
Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Danville to Richmond
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Not having to drive. Cons: More stops in my home city. Tips: I hope you get the same driver I had.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Danville to Richmond. Megabus 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.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Megabus | 1 | 3h 11m | $27.98 |
Book Megabus from Danville to Richmond from $28. Typically there is one Megabus schedule per day from Danville to Richmond and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Richmond. In Danville, Megabus departs to Richmond from Danville Transit System Hub . In Richmond, Megabus arrives at 1500 E Main St .
An average trip on Megabus from Danville to Richmond takes 3 hours and 11 minutes , while the fastest available Megabus trip will get you to Richmond in 3 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Megabus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Richmond.
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 127 miles from Danville to Richmond. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Richmond, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Danville to Richmond. It leaves the station in Danville at 7:00am 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 bus per day from Danville to Richmond. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Danville, VA to Richmond, VA; ticket prices start at $72.00.
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Danville is an independent city on the border of Virginia and North Carolina. It is famous for being the culture center in southern Virginia, appealing to music fans, theater buffs, and art enthusiasts of all ages. The city appeals to history lovers and anyone who enjoys spending time in nature. The Danville Science Center and Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History have different locations for history and art lovers. The Anglers Park is the ideal choice for fishing and biking, while hikers can check out the Riverwalk Trail.
Music lovers will be pleased to enjoy concerts at the Carrington Pavilion in Danville, which is an outdoor entertainment venue. The Spring Festival in the Park is held yearly, a three-day family-friendly event with arts and crafts. Adults can explore the ever-growing craft beer scene, while the downtown area is where you can check out the restaurant options and cinemas.
You can easily visit Danville by train from 85 other cities, with train routes provided by Amtrak and Amtrak Crescent. Danville Mass Transit provides public transportation in the city.
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.
Most buses depart from the main station in Danville.
Danville Transit System Hub
All buses from Danville arrive at one main station in Richmond.
1500 E Main St
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