Cheap coach tickets from Detroit to Knoxville

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Coach from Detroit to Knoxville: Journey Information

There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Detroit to Knoxville. Travelling by coach from Detroit to Knoxville usually takes around 19 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 12 hours and 35 minutes.

Distance: 443 mi (712 km)
Shortest duration: 12h 35m
Cheapest price: RON 305.75
Trips per day: 5
Most frequent service: Greyhound
Coach lines: 1

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Detroit to Knoxville Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Detroit to Knoxville:

Greyhound: 5 daily coaches from RON 306

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How much is a coach ticket from Detroit to Knoxville?

Coach tickets for a trip from Detroit to Knoxville cost about RON 344 when you book at the cheapest time, 25 days ahead. While it’s a bit pricey for a coach ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. 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 Detroit to Knoxville by travel date

If you're planning to travel by coach from Detroit to Knoxville in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from RON 444 to RON 607. 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 Knoxville this week, coach tickets are available starting at RON 444.

Average coach ticket prices from Detroit to Knoxville by month

Taking the coach from Detroit to Knoxville is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only RON 387. If you're planning to take the coach from Detroit to Knoxville during February, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 631. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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 25 days in advance. This way, you can save up to RON 367.88 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Detroit to Knoxville?

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

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Greyhound	5	19h 32m	RON 522.59

Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 5 coach trips from Detroit to Knoxville every day, with the average journey taking around 19 hours and 32 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Knoxville usually start from RON 305.75.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Detroit to Knoxville

There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Detroit to Knoxville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The coach takes an average of 19 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 443 miles from Detroit to Knoxville. However, the fastest coach only takes 12 hours and 35 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)

443

Distance (km)

712

The first coach leaves at 7:15 and the last coach leaves at 23:15. To see the times for all coaches from Detroit to Knoxville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

7:15am

Latest coach

11:15pm

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travellers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Knoxville. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Knoxville, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Most crowded

Saturday

Least crowded

Sunday

City Information

Detroit

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 Detroit?

Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St

Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St - DETGLI-0

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.

All coach stations in Detroit:

Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St

Where does the coach arrive in Knoxville?

Main arrival station: Knoxville Bus Station

All coaches from Detroit arrive at one main station in Knoxville.

Coach stations in Knoxville:

Knoxville Bus Station

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