Find coaches from Albany, NY to Detroit, MI

Today30 Jul
Tomorrow31 Jul
Fri1 Aug
from US$110
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
from US$122
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug
from US$113
Wed6 Aug
from US$113

Cheap buses leaving Friday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: SUNY Collins Circle
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: SUNY Collins Circle
    Arrival time: 2 August 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 travel from Albany to Detroit

Bus
Average priceUS$98 - US$208Average duration21h 5m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$239 - US$386Average duration1d 1h
70kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Albany to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
21h 5mAverage duration
US$98Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Albany, NY to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$132
Average bus trip duration21h 5m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure10:15
Distance470 miles
Latest bus departure23:20

Albany to Detroit Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Albany, NY - Detroit, MI

  1. What's the distance between Albany and Detroit by coach?

    The distance between Albany and Detroit by coach is approximately 474 miles (763 km).

  2. How can I travel from Albany to Detroit avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/07
US$147
29/07
US$162
Today
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01/08
US$103
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03/08
US$117
04/08
US$115
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 1 Aug 2025 with a price of US$103

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

You can expect to pay from US$103 to US$166 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$103, which is on 2025-08-01.

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 Albany and Detroit!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Albany to Detroit.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Albany to Detroit will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Albany to Detroit while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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