The cheapest and fastest buses from Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 2 buses that leave Richmond, VA for Silver Spring, MD on Thu, Feb 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct buses cover the 164 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $234.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$49 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $343 Average price |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD buses for tomorrow, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 PM Richmond, VA | 5h55 | 7:25 PM Silver Spring, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Richmond, VA | 6h40 | 10:00 PM Silver Spring, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD
Buses from Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MDYou can travel by bus between Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD with FlixBus for as low as $22 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA to Silver Spring, MD by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Silver Spring, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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