How much is the bus ticket from Cleveland to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cleveland to Detroit start from $42. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cleveland to Detroit?

The average bus travel time from Cleveland to Detroit is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 147 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Cleveland to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , OurBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cleveland to Detroit?

The earliest bus departs from Cleveland to Detroit at 4:55am. And the latest bus departs at 12:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cleveland to Detroit?

A bus trip from Cleveland to Detroit generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Cleveland to Detroit?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cleveland to Detroit?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cleveland to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cleveland to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cleveland to Detroit from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cleveland to Detroit on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:05pm	Cleveland Bus Station	3h 40m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	5h 30m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Detroit on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:55am	Cleveland Bus Station	4h 10m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:05pm	Cleveland Bus Station	3h 40m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	5h 30m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Detroit on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:55am	Cleveland Bus Station	4h 10m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:05pm	Cleveland Bus Station	3h 40m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	5h 30m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Detroit on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:55am	Cleveland Bus Station	4h 10m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:05pm	Cleveland Bus Station	3h 40m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	5h 30m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Detroit on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:55am	Cleveland Bus Station	4h 10m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:05pm	Cleveland Bus Station	3h 40m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	5h 30m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Detroit on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:55am	Cleveland Bus Station	4h 10m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:05pm	Cleveland Bus Station	3h 40m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	5h 30m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Detroit on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:55am	Cleveland Bus Station	4h 10m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:05pm	Cleveland Bus Station	3h 40m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	5h 30m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Detroit on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:55am	Cleveland Bus Station	4h 10m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:05pm	Cleveland Bus Station	3h 40m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	5h 30m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cleveland to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

147 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $124	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$141 - $398	Average Duration16h 37m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cleveland and Detroit?

Stops in Cleveland

A
Greyhound Station
1465 Chester Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 14 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3.8 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $42, with the trip lasting on average 266.

Greyhound Cleveland Detroit recent customer reviews

Bus broke down on the freeway on a bridge. Had to return to station & get another bus

Stephanie W.

December 2, 2019

Staff in Detroit..worthless.

Patricia C.

December 27, 2019

The Cleveland greyhound station was immaculate!!!

Teerika P.

September 9, 2019

OurBus

4/53,157 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cleveland, OH, US 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Cleveland to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cleveland to Detroit start from $42. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cleveland to Detroit?
The average bus travel time from Cleveland to Detroit is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 147 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Cleveland to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cleveland to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Cleveland to Detroit at 4:55am. And the latest bus departs at 12:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cleveland to Detroit?
A bus trip from Cleveland to Detroit generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cleveland to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cleveland to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cleveland to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cleveland to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

11-26

$133

11-27

$67

Today

$80

11-29

$84

11-30

$51

12-01

$47

12-02

$36

12-03

$33

The cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $177 for a bus ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-03.