Bus Tickets from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US

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Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Los Angeles

Bus
Average PriceUS$132 - US$776Average Duration2d 16h
80kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$186 - US$936Average Duration2d 4h
290kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 16 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
2d 16hAverage Duration
US$132Cheapest ticket
80kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$237
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 16h
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure6:40am
Distance3183 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Detroit to Los Angeles Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Los Angeles, US

  1. What is the distance between Detroit and Los Angeles?

    The distance covered from Detroit to Los Angeles is 3189 km (1978 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Detroit to Los Angeles?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Detroit Bus Station, in Detroit, and end it at UCLA, in Los Angeles.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-24
US$149
07-25
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Today
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07-27
US$113
07-28
US$97
07-29
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of US$97

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$97 to US$266 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$97 which is on 2025-07-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Detroit and Los Angeles!

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Detroit to Los Angeles will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Detroit to Los Angeles.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US?

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