Bus from Detroit, MI to Lafayette, IN: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Lafayette on December 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Lafayette Bus StopCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Lafayette Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Lafayette Bus StopNo tags
FlixBusBus
Detroit Bus Station
Lafayette Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Lafayette Bus StopNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:28 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Lafayette

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
10hAverage Duration
384 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$80 - $402Average Duration10h
10kg CO₂e
Average Price$114 - $851Average Duration15h 30m
35kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Lafayette, IN by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Lafayette?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Lafayette start from $80. The average price for this route is around $124. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Lafayette?

    The average bus travel time from Detroit to Lafayette is 10h, covering a distance of 384 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Detroit to Lafayette route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Lafayette?

    The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Lafayette at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Lafayette?

    A bus trip from Detroit to Lafayette generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Detroit to Lafayette?

    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 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Lafayette?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Lafayette?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Lafayette?

    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
12-25
$94
12-26
$119
Today
$139
12-28
$160
12-29
No data
12-30
No data
12-31
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Lafayette, IN was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $94

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

You can expect to pay from $94 to $275 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Lafayette, IN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-12-28.

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