How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Houston start from $143. The average price for this route is around $282. 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 Houston?

The average bus travel time from Detroit to Houston is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1780 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Houston at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Houston generates an estimated 44 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 Houston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Detroit to Houston from $170 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Houston on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 15h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 10h	4:40am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 14h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 6h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Houston on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 13h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 8h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 10h	4:40am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 14h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 15h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Houston on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 10h	4:40am	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 8h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 14h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 15h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 13h	7:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Houston on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 15h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 8h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 10h	4:40am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 14h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 13h	7:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Houston on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 14h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 8h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 10h	4:40am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 15h	9:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 15h	9:15pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Houston on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 13h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 8h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 10h	4:40am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 14h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 15h	9:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:19 PM EST.

Get from Detroit to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

1780 kmDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Houston?

Stops in Detroit

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

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,449 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,722 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Houston, 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Houston start from $143. The average price for this route is around $282. 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 Houston?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Houston is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1780 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Houston at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Houston?
A bus trip from Detroit to Houston generates an estimated 44 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 Houston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12-22

$324

12-23

$347

Today

$257

12-25

$217

12-26

$252

12-27

$269

12-28

$215

12-29

$272

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $215

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $215 to $579 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $215 which is on 2025-12-28.