Bus from Chicago to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Detroit on June 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Detroit Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Detroit Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Detroit

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
5h 35mAverage Duration
381 kmDistance
35kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PricePEN 112 - PEN 449Average Duration8h 20m
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average PricePEN 145 - PEN 637Average Duration5h 35m
35kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Detroit, MI by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Detroit?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Detroit start from PEN 112. The average price for this route is around PEN 161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Detroit?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Detroit is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 383 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Detroit route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Detroit?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Detroit at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Detroit?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Detroit generates an estimated 9.5593 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Detroit?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5826 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Detroit?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Detroit?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Detroit?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-21
PEN 320
06-22
PEN 202
Today
PEN 167
06-24
PEN 150
06-25
PEN 136
06-26
PEN 136
06-27
PEN 129
06-28
PEN 136
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Jun 27, 2026 with a price of PEN 129

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 129 to PEN 467 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 129 which is on 2026-06-27.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Detroit, MI?

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