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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Southfield to Detroit. Traveling by bus from Southfield to Detroit usually takes around 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 13 mi (21 km) |
Shortest duration | 0h 25m |
Cheapest price | MX$84.74 |
Trips per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 2 |
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What bus companies travel from Southfield to Detroit?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Southfield to Detroit that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Greyhound | 2 | 0h 25m | MX$165.08 |
Indian Trails | 2 | 0h 25m | MX$84.74 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 2 bus trips from Southfield to Detroit every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 25 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Detroit usually start from MX$161.
Book Indian Trails from Southfield to Detroit from MX$85. There are 2 Indian Trails schedules from Southfield to Detroit and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Detroit. In Southfield, Indian Trails departs to Detroit from Bus Station and no other station. In Detroit, Indian Trails arrives at Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St and no other station.
An average trip on Indian Trails from Southfield to Detroit takes 0 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Indian Trails offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Detroit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 25 minutes to cover the 21 kilometers from Southfield to Detroit. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Southfield to Detroit for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Southfield to Detroit, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Detroit
Often stigmatized as a dead city, Detroit is making a huge comeback, and it is fast becoming a hidden gem among travelers. Your first stop should be at the Detroit Institute of Art, the city’s foremost cultural destination. Featuring more than 100 galleries with artworks from masters such as Van Gogh or Diego Rivera, the museum offers tourists hours of artistic immersion and enjoyment. For those wishing to learn more about the history of Motown or Black American communities, the city’s Motown Museum and Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History will be top-tier destinations. Finally, don’t miss out on the chance to catch a performance at the lavish Fox Theater, a national landmark.
As Detroit is the birthplace of Coney dog, it would be a huge miss if you pass up the chance to try out this masterpiece. One of the locals’ favorite Coney dog establishments is Lafayette Coney Island. Detroit’s craft beer scene is also quite lively, and some famous local brands include Batch Brewing Company and Detroit Beer Co.
The principal bus terminal in the city is on Howard St, where travelers can catch buses run by Greyhound, Indian Trails or Barons Bus. You can also catch Amtrak trains at the train station in New Center, north of downtown Detroit. Detroit is served by Amtrak’s Wolverine line. The city’s main airport is the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which is located in nearby Romulus.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Southfield?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Southfield.
All bus stations in Southfield:
Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Detroit?
Image credit: Dane
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
Located near hip Corktown, the Detroit Greyhound Bus Station is minutes away from local breweries, diverse restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife. Besides Greyhound, many other bus carriers serve this station, including Indian Trails, Barons Bus Lines, Miller Transportation, and Jefferson Lines. For travelers’ convenience, the station offers massive parking lots, clean restrooms, and lockers to rent. The station is a short walk from several local bus stops, and about a 15 minute walk from the closest light rail station to connect to neighborhoods throughout Detroit.
Bus stations in Detroit:
Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
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