What's the distance between Los Angeles and Detroit by coach?

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

How can I travel from Los Angeles to Detroit avoiding air travel?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Los Angeles to Detroit from £105 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:20	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 11h	06:00	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:20	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:20	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:20	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:20	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:20	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	09:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 2 days, 11 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2d 11hAverage duration

1978 milesDistance

80kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£99 - £394	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 80kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£152 - £1,289	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 290kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Detroit?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
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

Stops in Detroit

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,392 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,414 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

What's the distance between Los Angeles and Detroit by coach?
The distance between Los Angeles and Detroit by coach is approximately 1978 miles (3189 km).
How can I travel from Los Angeles to Detroit avoiding air travel?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

21/11

£304

22/11

£353

Today

£216

24/11

£161

25/11

£218

26/11

£183

27/11

£178

28/11

£191

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £161

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

You can expect to pay from £161 to £453 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £161, which is on 2025-11-24.