What is the distance between Chicago and Detroit?

The distance separating Chicago and Detroit is 239 miles (385 km).

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

If you're headed to Detroit from Chicago, chances are that your bus will leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Detroit Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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 Eastern Market, Detroit Zoo, Wright Museum of African American History, Detroit Riverwalk and Mexicantown.

Bus Chicago to Detroit from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Detroit on October 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 50m	6:00am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 35m	6:00am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Detroit on October 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:55pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 5m	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	2:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 10m	8:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	6:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	2:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Detroit on October 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	2:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	2:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 10m	8:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 50m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 20m	2:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Detroit on October 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	2:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	2:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 10m	8:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 50m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 20m	2:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Detroit on October 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:55pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 5m	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 50m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 25m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	10:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 50m	6:00am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Detroit on October 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:55pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 5m	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 50m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	10:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 50m	6:00am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Detroit on October 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	2:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	2:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 10m	8:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 50m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Detroit on October 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	2:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	2:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 10m	8:40pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 50m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	6:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 20m	2:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Detroit

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $134	Average Duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$42 - $184	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

5h 25mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest ticket

35kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$45

Average bus trip duration7h 55m

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure4:45am

Distance238 miles (383 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,319 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

According to customer reviews, there have been significant delays and poor time management with the bus service. Some customers even had their trips cancelled without any explanation or apology, forcing them to sleep at the station. This has resulted in a negative travel experience for these customers.

Greyhound Chicago Detroit recent customer reviews

Pathetic time schedule, no time sense at all. The bus was more than 3:30hrs late.

Niranjan T.

September 17, 2022

I was forced to sleep on cold metal hairs at the station! bus was supposed to leave at 10.05. it was moved to 10.50 and eventually cancelled at 11.45 pm. I had no option but to sleep at the station. no apology no explanation. just an announcement that the trip has been cancelled. in the morning , I was told the next available bus at 7am was full. I was to wait for the 8.30 bus to Detriot which is longer with more transits. this is my worst trip.

Jennifer M.

June 12, 2022

The station staff was not friendly which was probably because they were overworked and the communication between travelers and staff was unorganized. The bus drivers were friendly.

Sonubar V.

April 2, 2021

FlixBus

3.5/510,936 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Amtrak

4/55,520 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5520 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $125

Amtrak Chicago Detroit recent customer reviews

I've taken Amtrak twice in a week. Each time we arrived an hour late.

Virgil S.

July 18, 2024

So bat

Laure G.

August 25, 2023

Wear layers. The temperature of the carraige fluctuate greatly.

Annmarie O.

May 26, 2023

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

Chicago to Detroit Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Chicago to Detroit.

Bus service from Chicago to Detroit will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Detroit from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Detroit?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Detroit, MI

What is the distance between Chicago and Detroit?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Detroit?
What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/15

$47

10/16

$47

Today

$48

10/18

$39

10/19

$44

10/20

$33

10/21

$31

10/22

$33

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Oct 21, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $128 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-10-21.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Detroit, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Detroit.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Detroit, MI?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 55m	Avg Price$45	Daily Departures16
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 25m	Avg Price$71	Daily Departures3

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Detroit, MI to Chicago

You can also go to Detroit, MI by train

Train from Chicago to Detroit, MI

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