What is the travel distance from Charleston to Detroit?

Charleston and Detroit are 285 miles (460 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charleston to Detroit?

The majority of buses traveling from Charleston to Detroit start their journey at Charleston Greyhound Bus Station and wind up at Detroit Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

Once in Detroit, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Ford Piquette Avenue Plant, Motown Museum, Ford Field, Henry Ford Museum and Wright Museum of African American History.

Bus Charleston to Detroit from $52 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Charleston to Detroit on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Charleston Bus Station	8h 10m	5:10pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Charleston Bus Station	8h 10m	5:10pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:20am	Charleston Bus Station	8h 15m	5:35pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:20am	Charleston Bus Station	8h 15m	5:35pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:20am	Charleston Bus Station	8h 25m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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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 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

284 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$55 - $90	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$200 - $302	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Detroit?

Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Greyhound Bus Station
300 Reynolds St, Charleston, WV 25301
B
Slack Plaza Charleston Transit Mall
154-168 Laidley St, Charleston, WV 25301, USA

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Greyhound

3.5/587,393 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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, WV, US to Detroit, MI by bus

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What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $64

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