How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Detroit?

The cheapest coach tickets from Indianapolis to Detroit start from £39. The average price for this route is around £52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to Detroit?

The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Detroit is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 239 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Detroit?

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Detroit at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus journey from Indianapolis to Detroit produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Detroit?

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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Detroit?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to Detroit?

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 Indianapolis to Detroit?

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 Indianapolis to Detroit from £33 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Detroit on 28 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:30	Downtown Transit Center	10h 25m	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:20	Downtown Transit Center	6h 35m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	09:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 35m	17:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	09:30	Downtown Transit Center	11h 10m	20:40	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	15:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Detroit on 29 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 35m	17:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:20	Downtown Transit Center	6h 35m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 25m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
	15:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	03:15	Downtown Transit Center	12h 30m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Detroit on 30 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 35m	17:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:20	Downtown Transit Center	6h 35m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	15:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	03:15	Downtown Transit Center	12h 30m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	09:30	Downtown Transit Center	11h 10m	20:40	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Detroit on 1 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:10	Indianapolis Bus Station	8h 35m	17:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:20	Downtown Transit Center	6h 35m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	05:15	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 25m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
	15:35	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	03:15	Downtown Transit Center	12h 30m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:08 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

10h 25mAverage duration

239 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£39 - £167	Average duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£64 - £152	Average duration14h 40m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Detroit?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87403 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £39

Greyhound Indianapolis Detroit recent customer reviews

The bus reservations were of no use. I had to wait 6 hrs for the next bus as the intended bus was full even though I had booked tickets a week prior.

Namrata T.

6 April 2018

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Detroit?
The cheapest coach tickets from Indianapolis to Detroit start from £39. The average price for this route is around £52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Indianapolis to Detroit?
The average bus journey time from Indianapolis to Detroit is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 239 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Detroit at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Detroit?
A bus journey from Indianapolis to Detroit produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Detroit?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Indianapolis to Detroit?
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 Indianapolis to Detroit?
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

26/11

£92

27/11

£61

Today

£72

29/11

£75

30/11

£75

01/12

£66

02/12

£48

03/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £48

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

You can expect to pay from £48 to £213 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £48, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus, 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.