Find coaches from Detroit, MI to Louisville

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Next departures from Detroit to Louisville on 28 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Louisville, KYCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Louisville, KYNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Louisville, KYNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Louisville, KYNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Louisville

Bus
Average priceUS$50 - US$197Average duration14h
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$135 - US$214Average duration20h
47kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Louisville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Louisville. The journey takes about 14 hours and with fares starting at just US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
14hAverage duration
US$50Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Louisville: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$79
Average bus trip duration14h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure08:20
Distance316 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Detroit to Louisville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Louisville

  1. How far is Louisville from Detroit by coach?

    The distance between Detroit and Louisville by coach is approximately 316 miles (509 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Detroit to Louisville without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

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US$76
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US$52
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Louisville was searched and found on 28 Sept 2025 with a price of US$52

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 Louisville as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$92 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Louisville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52, which is on 2025-09-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Detroit to Louisville.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Detroit to Louisville, 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 Detroit to Louisville.

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

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