How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Detroit start from $106. The average price for this route is around $182. 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 Washington to Detroit?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Detroit is 22h, covering a distance of 634 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Detroit at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Detroit generates an estimated 16 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 Washington to Detroit?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6414 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Detroit from $95 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Detroit on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	17h 40m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	14h 45m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	17h 55m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Union Station	21h 15m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	15h 30m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Detroit on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Union Station	21h 15m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	14h 45m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	17h 55m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	1d	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	15h 30m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Detroit on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Union Station	21h 15m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	14h 45m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	17h 55m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	15h 30m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Detroit on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Union Station	21h 15m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	14h 45m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	17h 55m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	15h 30m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Detroit on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:00pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	14h 45m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	17h 55m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Union Station	21h 15m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	15h 30m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 22 hours, and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

22hAverage Duration

634 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$106 - $515	Average Duration22h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$247 - $554	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Detroit?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
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E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
Map

Stops in Detroit

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,494 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,004 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Peter Pan

4/56,419 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Detroit start from $106. The average price for this route is around $182. 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 Washington to Detroit?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Detroit is 22h, covering a distance of 634 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Detroit at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Detroit?
A bus trip from Washington to Detroit generates an estimated 16 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 Washington to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6414 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

01-09

$184

01-10

$126

Today

$141

01-12

$167

01-13

$115

01-14

$110

01-15

$125

01-16

$143

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $110

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

You can expect to pay from $110 to $253 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $110 which is on 2026-01-14.