How much is the bus ticket from Louisville to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from Louisville to Detroit start from $50. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Louisville to Detroit?

The average bus trip duration from Louisville to Detroit is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 316 miles (509 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Louisville to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Louisville to Detroit at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Louisville to Detroit generates an estimated 13 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 Louisville 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Louisville to Detroit?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Louisville 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 Louisville 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 Louisville to Detroit from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Louisville to Detroit on November 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:05pm	Louisville, KY	7h 50m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
2:10am	Louisville, KY	7h 45m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
2:55am	Louisville, KY	17h 45m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:50am	Louisville, KY	14h 55m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
2:55am	Louisville, KY	17h 45m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Louisville to Detroit on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:05pm	Louisville, KY	7h 50m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
2:10am	Louisville, KY	7h 45m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
2:55am	Louisville, KY	17h 45m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:50am	Louisville, KY	14h 55m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
2:55am	Louisville, KY	17h 45m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:36 AM EST.

Get from Louisville to Detroit

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

7h 50mAverage Duration

316 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Louisville and Detroit?

Stops in Louisville

A
Louisville Greyhound Bus Station
720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203

Stops in Detroit

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,404 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.

Greyhound Louisville Detroit recent customer reviews

The driver to Detroit(John)was rude and heartless. He left a young man in Findlay that was trying to flag him down- he looked at him and kept going.A young lady said something to him about it- he pulled the bus over and walked back there and told her if she didn't like it he would put her off! I was quite nervous on his bus.When we arrived he said his name and the bus # and the phone#- in case we wanted to complain. So, I assume he's quite comfortable intimidating passengers. When we departed- he stood and watched as we senoirs, women etc.exited the bus and did not extend a helping hand(none of the drivers did), I pray I never have to use your service again.

Cassandra P.

December 11, 2019

Had not rode a bus in awhile so the ride was good the driver was nice

Debra C.

June 27, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,466 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Louisville 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 Louisville to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Louisville to Detroit start from $50. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Louisville to Detroit?
The average bus trip duration from Louisville to Detroit is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 316 miles (509 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Louisville to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Louisville to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Louisville to Detroit at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Louisville to Detroit?
A bus trip from Louisville to Detroit generates an estimated 13 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 Louisville 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Louisville to Detroit?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Louisville 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 Louisville 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

11/26

$76

11/27

$76

Today

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11/29

$91

11/30

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12/03

$48

The cheapest trip from Louisville to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 3, 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 Louisville to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $48 to $232 for a bus ticket from Louisville 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 2025-12-03.