How far is Los Angeles from Detroit by coach?

The distance between Detroit and Los Angeles by coach is approximately 1978 miles (3189 km).

What is the best way to go from Detroit to Los Angeles without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Detroit to Los Angeles from £136 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Detroit to Los Angeles on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	2d 11h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	2d 11h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 20:02 EST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d 11hAverage duration

1985 milesDistance

80kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£94 - £437	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 80kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£151 - £2,761	Average duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 290kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Los Angeles?

Stops in Detroit

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

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,397 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,451 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US

How far is Los Angeles from Detroit by coach?
The distance between Detroit and Los Angeles by coach is approximately 1978 miles (3189 km).
What is the best way to go from Detroit to Los Angeles without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/11

No data

25/11

£296

Today

£136

27/11

No data

28/11

£307

29/11

£269

30/11

£159

01/12

£136

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £136

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £136 to £307 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £136, which is on 2025-12-01.