Bus Tickets from Seattle to Detroit, MI

TodayJul 29
TomorrowJul 30
ThuJul 31
FriAug 1
SatAug 2
from US$174
SunAug 3
MonAug 4
from US$241
TueAug 5

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: August 6 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
    Arrival time: August 6 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: University of Washington
    Arrival time: August 6 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Detroit

Bus
Average PriceUS$151 - US$416Average Duration3d 14h
78kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$442 - US$684Average Duration3d 11h
283kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 3 days, 14 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
3d 14hAverage Duration
US$151Cheapest ticket
78kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Seattle to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$252
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 14h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure2:55pm
Distance3110 km
Latest bus departure11:10pm

Seattle to Detroit Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Seattle to Detroit from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - Detroit, MI

  1. How far is Seattle from Detroit?

    The distance covered from Seattle to Detroit is 3115 km (1932 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Seattle, and end it at Detroit Bus Station, 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
07-27
US$299
07-28
US$243
Today
US$268
07-30
US$260
07-31
US$233
08-01
US$238
08-02
US$166
08-03
US$210
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Aug 2, 2025 with a price of US$166

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

You can expect to pay from US$166 to US$299 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$166 which is on 2025-08-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Seattle to Detroit, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Seattle to Detroit.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Seattle to Detroit, MI

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Train from Seattle to Detroit, MI

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