Find coaches from Detroit, MI to Seattle

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Next departures from Detroit to Seattle on 22 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
University of WashingtonNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Seattle

Bus
Average priceUS$197 - US$533Average duration3d 20h
78kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$169 - US$631Average duration2d 19h
283kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Detroit to Seattle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 2 days, 19 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just US$169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
2d 19hAverage duration
US$169Cheapest ticket
283kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Seattle: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$278
Average bus trip duration3d 20h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure19:30
Distance1929 miles
Latest bus departure20:15

Detroit to Seattle Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Detroit to Seattle.

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

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Seattle

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

    The distance between Detroit and Seattle by coach is approximately 1932 miles (3115 km).

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

    You can choose the coach to travel 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/09
No data
19/09
US$271
Today
US$263
21/09
US$227
22/09
US$209
23/09
US$222
24/09
US$189
25/09
US$237
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Seattle was searched and found on 24 Sept 2025 with a price of US$189

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 Seattle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$189 to US$271 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$189, which is on 2025-09-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Detroit to Seattle but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Detroit to Seattle, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Detroit, MI by bus?

Bus from Seattle to Detroit, MI

You can also go to Seattle by train

Train from Detroit, MI to Seattle

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