Cheap coach tickets from Los Angeles to Detroit

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Coach from Los Angeles to Detroit: Journey Information

There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Los Angeles to Detroit. Travelling by coach from Los Angeles to Detroit usually takes around 2 days, 19 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 2 days, 5 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance
1979 mi (3185 km)
Shortest duration
53h 55m
Cheapest price
£114.46
Trips per day
5
Most frequent service
FlixBus US
Coach lines
1

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Los Angeles to Detroit Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by coach or train from Los Angeles to Detroit?

There are usually 6 daily train trips from Los Angeles to Detroit.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price£193.74CheaperAvg. Price£291.19
Daily Trips5Daily Trips6
Duration67h 8mDuration65h 9mFaster
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How much is a coach ticket from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Coach tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Detroit cost about £135 when you book at the cheapest time, 28 days ahead. Coach tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the coach is often more affordable than flying to Detroit. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Los Angeles to Detroit by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Los Angeles to Detroit in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £133 to £187. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 14 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Detroit this week, coach tickets are available starting at £134.

Average coach ticket prices from Los Angeles to Detroit by month

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Taking the coach from Los Angeles to Detroit is usually cheapest in June, when the average ticket price is only £175. If you're planning to take the coach from Los Angeles to Detroit during February, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £214. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 28 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £116.02 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Los Angeles to Detroit?

There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Los Angeles to Detroit. FlixBus US connects the two cities by coach, it offers multiple scheduled coaches per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US567h 8m£193.74
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 5 trips per day from Los Angeles to Detroit, and the average ticket for this route costs only £193.74.

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Los Angeles to Detroit

There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Los Angeles to Detroit every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Detroit; ticket prices start at £145.

Trips per day

5

Direct trips

0

The coach takes an average of 2 days, 19 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 1,979 miles from Los Angeles to Detroit. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 days, 5 hours and 55 minutes. 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.

Distance (mi)

1979

Distance (km)

3185

The first coach leaves at 1:20 and the last coach leaves at 15:05. To see the times for all coaches from Los Angeles to Detroit, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

1:20am

Latest coach

3:05pm

Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.

Most crowded

Thursday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Los Angeles

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Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several coach and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighbouring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Detroit

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Often stigmatized as a dead city, Detroit is making a huge comeback, and it is fast becoming a hidden gem among travellers. Your first stop should be at the Detroit Institute of Arts, 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’ favourite 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 coach terminal in the city is on Howard St, where travellers can catch coaches 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 coach leave from in Los Angeles?

Main departure station: Downtown - Vignes Lot

Coaches to Detroit leave from 5 stations in Los Angeles.

All coach stations in Los Angeles:

  • Downtown - Vignes Lot
  • San Fernando Bus Station
  • 592 Gayley Ave
  • West LA - Expo/Sepulveda
  • North Hollywood Bus Station

Where does the coach arrive in Detroit?

Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St

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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 coach carriers serve this station, including Indian Trails, Barons Bus Lines, Miller Transportation, and Jefferson Lines. For travellers’ convenience, the station offers massive car parks, clean toilets, 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 neighbourhoods throughout Detroit.

Coach stations in Detroit:

  • Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St

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