How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Detroit start from $129. The average price for this route is around $182. 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 Austin to Detroit?

The average bus trip duration from Austin to Detroit is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1161 miles (1873 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Detroit at 2:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Austin to Detroit generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Austin to Detroit?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Detroit?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin to Detroit?

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.

Bus Austin to Detroit from $123 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Detroit on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Austin to Detroit on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:25pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 7h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40pm	Downtown Austin	1d 20h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:55pm	Austin South Congress	1d 19h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:41 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

1161 milesDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$129 - $371	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$161 - $965	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 171kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Detroit?

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Stops in Detroit

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Detroit, MI 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 Austin to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Detroit start from $129. The average price for this route is around $182. 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 Austin to Detroit?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Detroit is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1161 miles (1873 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Detroit at 2:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Detroit?
A bus trip from Austin to Detroit generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Detroit?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin to Detroit?
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.

Best price found

11/27

$309

11/28

$176

Today

$435

11/30

$195

12/01

$186

12/02

$205

12/03

No data

12/04

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The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $176

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

You can expect to pay from $176 to $435 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $186 which is on 2025-12-01.