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  • Departure time: 19 September at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: 20 September at
    Destination city: Erie
    Destination location: Erie Bus Station
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 November at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: 10 November at
    Destination city: Erie
    Destination location: Erie Bus Station
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 November at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: 21 November at
    Destination city: Erie
    Destination location: Erie Bus Station
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 December at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit, MI (Bus loading zone behind Detroit Institute of Arts, approximate address 5251 Midtown Loop, Detroit, MI)
    Arrival time: 1 December at
    Destination city: Erie
    Destination location: Crosbys
    Operated by: OurBusOurBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 December at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 December at
    Destination city: Erie
    Destination location: Erie Bus Station
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Erie

Bus
Average priceUS$44 - US$89Average duration6h 55m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$183 - US$268Average duration21h 43m
23kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Erie

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 55mAverage duration
US$44Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Erie: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$59
Average bus trip duration6h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:20
Distance153 miles
Latest bus departure22:05

Detroit to Erie Bus

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

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Detroit to Erie, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Erie

  1. How far is Erie from Detroit by coach?

    The distance between Detroit and Erie by coach is approximately 152 miles (246 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Erie from Detroit without a car?

    You can travel to Erie from Detroit by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Erie was searched and found on 31 Aug 2025 with a price of US$96

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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