How far is Chicago from Detroit by coach?

The distance between Detroit and Chicago by coach is approximately 239 miles (385 km).

What is the best way to go from Detroit to Chicago without a car?

The best way to go from Detroit to Chicago without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Detroit to Chicago from £26 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Detroit to Chicago on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	7h 10m	05:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	5h 10m	11:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	7h	14:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	7h 50m	17:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 15m	00:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Chicago on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	7h	14:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	5h 10m	11:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	7h 50m	17:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	6h 5m	21:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 15m	00:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Chicago on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	7h	14:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	5h 10m	11:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	7h 50m	17:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	6h 5m	21:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 15m	00:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Chicago on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	7h	14:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	5h 10m	11:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	7h 50m	17:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	6h 5m	21:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 15m	00:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Chicago on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	7h 10m	05:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	6h 5m	21:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	10h 35m	16:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	7h 50m	17:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	7h 15m	17:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Chicago on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	7h 10m	05:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	6h 5m	21:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	10h 35m	16:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	7h 50m	17:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	7h 15m	17:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Chicago on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:20	Detroit Bus Station	7h	14:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	07:15	Detroit Bus Station	5h 10m	11:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:45	Detroit Bus Station	7h 50m	17:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	6h 5m	21:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	9h 15m	00:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 27mAverage duration

237 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£29 - £128	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£33 - £98	Average duration5h 27m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Chicago?

Stops in Detroit

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

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,386 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 65 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.8-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £29

Greyhound Detroit Chicago recent customer reviews

It was 35 people on the bus and a dog bus driver didn’t know where he was going continued to ask Passenger Ford directions

Robert E.

12 December 2020

They let us off on the wrong stop. We were suppose to get off in 95th but instead they let us off downtown. And I had to get an Uber. I paid just as much for the Uber than the greyhound. Did I mention my daughter had her 4 month old infant with her which is why I tried to get her closer to her destination. Very disappointed.

Taylor S.

10 January 2020

Greyhound is still one of the best ways in which I travel across the US. I enjoy their services most of the time. I was disappointed for the first time when I was told that the bus that was to take me from Ports Authority Greyhound Station at 10:15pm on Thursday 25th July, 2019 to arrive Detroit at 11:30am on Friday 26th July, had no driver to take us. I had a 2:00pm appointment in Detroit on Friday 26th July which I ultimately missed.

Oluwapamilerin K.

31 July 2019

Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting excellent host service and spacious seating with ample legroom. The train's punctuality at Detroit was also appreciated. However, one user mentioned experiencing motion sickness during the ride due to being thrown around a bit too much. Overall, the feedback is largely favorable regarding comfort and timeliness.

Amtrak Detroit Chicago recent customer reviews

It was fine. I got thrown around a little much and I unfortunately encountered motion sickness.

Foresteen H.

22 April 2023

Our first train ride. Everything was great 😁

David S.

27 December 2024

The train was in time at Detroit

Jose G.

6 July 2024

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

How far is Chicago from Detroit by coach?
The distance between Detroit and Chicago by coach is approximately 239 miles (385 km).
What is the best way to go from Detroit to Chicago without a car?
The best way to go from Detroit to Chicago without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

£44

19/11

£44

Today

£51

21/11

£41

22/11

£37

23/11

£38

24/11

£37

25/11

£54

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Chicago was searched and found on 24 Nov 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 Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £37 to £125 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2025-11-24.

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.