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National Museum of World War II Aviation
Large aviation museum focused on restored WWII aircraft, aviation history, and interactive exhibits. A standout museum in the city for aviation enthusiasts.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Royal Oak, MI to Colorado Springs, CO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $391. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 45h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $391, and a bus costs an average of $391.
Distance: 1160 miles (1868 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$403 Average price Cheapest | $261 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45h 57m Average total duration Fastest 45h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Southeast Michigan SMART | Departure Time 06:08AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 38h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $391 |
Operator Southeast Michigan SMART | Departure Time 06:13AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 50h57 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $391 |
Operator Southeast Michigan SMART | Departure Time 10:09PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 46h21 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $415 |
Operator Southeast Michigan SMART | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 45h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $391 |
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Buses from Royal Oak, MI to Colorado Springs, CO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 45h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $391 (€320) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:08, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 1160 miles (1868 km) distance in 38h 22m.
Distance 1160 miles (1868 km) |
Average bus duration 45h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $391 (€320) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 38h 22m |
First bus 6:08 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Most Royal Oak, MI to Colorado Springs, CO buses use the Southfield, MI (Greyhound Terminal) to Colorado Springs, S Tejon St / Ronald Reagan Hwy (Tejon Park-n-Ride) station pair. Use this guide to compare Royal Oak, MI and Colorado Springs, CO bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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