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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Merrillville (Southlake Mall) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Merrillville (Southlake Mall) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Merrillville (Southlake Mall) | No tags |
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Get from Detroit to Merrillville
The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Merrillville?
Stops in Merrillville
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Merrillville Denny's Bus Stop
Denny’s Restaurant, 720 E 81st Avenue, Merrillville, IN 46410
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Merrillville 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 Merrillville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Merrillville start from $84. The average price for this route is around $109. 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 Merrillville?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Merrillville is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 365 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Merrillville route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Merrillville?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Merrillville at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Merrillville?
A bus trip from Detroit to Merrillville generates an estimated 9 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 Merrillville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11648 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Merrillville?
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 Merrillville?
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 Merrillville?
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.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Merrillville was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $111To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Merrillville, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $111 to $205 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Merrillville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $133 which is on 2025-12-31.
