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How to get to Detroit by bus
- Routes
- 112
- Trips per day
- 416
- bus lines
- 6
- Stations
- 3
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About 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

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.
Popular bus stations in Detroit:
- Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
- 1938 Campbell St
- 11 W Baltimore Ave
What bus companies travel to Detroit, MI?
Located in Michigan, Detroit is accessible by bus from 112 other cities. You can choose from 416 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Detroit on Wanderu. FlixBus US usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Detroit are also available.
Bus companies serving Detroit
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 311 | 22 hr, 26 min | CZK 2,724.28 |
| Greyhound | 104 | 13 hr, 37 min | CZK 1,915.61 |
| Indian Trails | 83 | 7 hr, 59 min | CZK 1,133.13 |
| Barons Bus Lines | 77 | 15 hr, 51 min | CZK 1,826.86 |
| Tornado Bus | 40 | 20 hr, 33 min | CZK 5,434.49 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 11 | 2 hr, 9 min | CZK 441.35 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.
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 buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Detroit?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Detroit by bus with Barons Bus Lines, giving it a 4.9 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Indian Trails had the most comfortable bus service to Detroit, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Indian Trails at 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Detroit punctually, travelers suggest that Barons Bus Lines has the best on-time performance on its bus schedules to Detroit, rating it 4.9 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
CZK 129.87 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Detroit, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Detroit. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Detroit was CZK 129.87.
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CZK 129.87
The most popular bus stations in Detroit are Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St, 1938 Campbell St, and 11 W Baltimore Ave. Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St is the busiest, with the most bus arrivals.
The closest airport to Detroit is Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET), located 5.7 miles from the city center of Detroit.
Detroit is the most popular bus destination in Michigan. Detroit ranks number 62 among bus destinations in the country. Detroit has the most bus connections in Michigan. There are 210 direct bus schedules arriving in Detroit each day.
The population of Detroit is 677,116. It is the largest city in Michigan. It ranks number 22 by population in the country.
A short bus trip to Detroit, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CZK 129.87. A 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Detroit starts at CZK 238.10. A longer trip by bus to Detroit can be as cheap as CZK 713.86. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CZK 237.67.
People who take the bus to Detroit are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Detroit easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of Detroit is Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St, located just 0.7 miles away. Select Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Detroit. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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