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Knoxville to Detroit Coach Timetable

Coach from Knoxville to Detroit: Journey Information

There is one daily coach from Knoxville to Detroit. Traveling by coach from Knoxville to Detroit usually takes around 11 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 11 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance443 mi (712 km)
Shortest duration11h 55m
Cheapest priceUS$60.98
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Coach lines1

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What coach companies travel from Knoxville to Detroit?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Knoxville to Detroit. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound111h 57mUS$77.94
  • 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 1 bus trips from Knoxville to Detroit every day, with the average journey taking around 11 hours and 57 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Detroit usually start from US$61.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Knoxville to Detroit

The coach takes an average of 11 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 443 miles from Knoxville to Detroit. However, the fastest coach only takes 11 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.

"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Detroit. 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."

There is usually only one coach per day from Knoxville to Detroit. It leaves the station in Knoxville at 22:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one coach per day from Knoxville to Detroit. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip.

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 coach leave from in Knoxville?

Main departure station: Knoxville Bus Station

Most coaches depart from the main station in Knoxville.

All coach stations in Knoxville:

  • Knoxville Bus Station

Where does the coach arrive in Detroit?

Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St - DETGLI-0

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Main 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.

Coach stations in Detroit:

  • Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St

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