How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Cleveland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Cleveland start from $40. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Detroit to Cleveland?

The average bus travel time from Detroit to Cleveland is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 147 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Cleveland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , OurBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Cleveland at 12:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Cleveland 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 Detroit to Cleveland?

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 5597 reviews.

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

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

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

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 Detroit to Cleveland?

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.

Bus Detroit to Cleveland from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Detroit to Cleveland on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	1:35am	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h	3:20pm	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	5:38am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Cleveland on November 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h	3:20pm	Cleveland Bus Station	CheapestFastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	1:35am	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	5:38am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Cleveland on November 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	1:35am	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h	3:20pm	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	5:38am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Cleveland on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	1:35am	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h	3:20pm	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	5:38am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Cleveland on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	1:35am	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h	3:20pm	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	5:38am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Cleveland on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	1:35am	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	3h	3:20pm	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Amtrak Station	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	5:38am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:38 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Cleveland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

147 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $90	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$129 - $398	Average Duration16h 10m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Cleveland?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Cleveland

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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

According to 15 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the cleanliness. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $40

Greyhound Detroit Cleveland recent customer reviews

We wait 1.5 hour for arrive of bus.We should be leave station at 07.00 but leave at 08.30.and woman who works all time at this hour said loud with cystomers.it was terrible nervous 1.5 hours in my life.in future if i will choose i will choose megabus

Irina S.

April 1, 2017

It was great and we got there a half an hour earlier then what we was supposed to

Latonya T.

December 6, 2016

The bus smell was awful!

Bana B.

December 9, 2024

OurBus

4/53,157 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Cleveland, OH, US 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 Detroit to Cleveland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Cleveland start from $40. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Detroit to Cleveland?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Cleveland is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 147 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Cleveland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, OurBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Cleveland?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Cleveland at 12:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Cleveland?
A bus trip from Detroit to Cleveland 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 Detroit to Cleveland?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Cleveland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Cleveland?
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 Detroit to Cleveland?
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

11-26

$84

11-27

$57

Today

$57

11-29

$68

11-30

$104

12-01

$42

12-02

$77

12-03

$37

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Cleveland, OH, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $1,192 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Cleveland, OH, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Amtrak 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.