How much is the bus ticket from Atlanta to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Detroit start from $111. The average price for this route is around $163. 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 Atlanta to Detroit?

The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Detroit is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 960 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Atlanta to Detroit?

The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Detroit at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Atlanta to Detroit generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Atlanta 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 87463 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Atlanta to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Detroit from $100 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Detroit on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 50m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:05am	Atlanta Bus Station	17h 50m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	20h 55m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Detroit on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 50m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:05am	Atlanta Bus Station	17h 50m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	20h 55m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Detroit on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 50m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:05am	Atlanta Bus Station	17h 50m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Detroit on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 50m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:05am	Atlanta Bus Station	17h 50m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Detroit on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:05am	Atlanta Bus Station	17h 50m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 50m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Atlanta to Detroit on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:05am	Atlanta Bus Station	17h 50m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 50m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Atlanta to Detroit on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 50m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:05am	Atlanta Bus Station	17h 50m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:38 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta 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 17 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

17h 50mAverage Duration

960 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$111 - $302	Average Duration17h 50m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$356 - $3,021	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 87kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Detroit?

Stops in Atlanta

A
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
3658 Shallowford Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA
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B
Atlanta Airport (ATL)
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C
Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station
232 Forsyth St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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D
Cleveland Ave
387 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA
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E
Doraville El Expreso Bus Station
4989 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341, USA
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Stops in Detroit

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87492 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $111

Greyhound Atlanta Detroit recent customer reviews

Grayhound has exceptionally upgraded its customer service, stations, and coaches since the last time I have utilized it.

Lenora J.

December 16, 2019

Good ride

Toi S.

November 30, 2019

Everything was great

Gloria M.

November 21, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,980 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Detroit start from $111. The average price for this route is around $163. 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 Atlanta to Detroit?
The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Detroit is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 960 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Atlanta to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Detroit at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Detroit?
A bus trip from Atlanta to Detroit generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Atlanta 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Atlanta to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Atlanta 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

01-07

$209

01-08

$179

Today

$250

01-10

$184

01-11

$159

01-12

$132

01-13

$117

01-14

$113

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $113

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

You can expect to pay from $113 to $291 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2026-01-14.