Find coaches from New Orleans to Detroit, MI

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Next departures from New Orleans to Detroit on 1 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Detroit Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Detroit Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Detroit Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Detroit

Bus
Average priceUS$99 - US$357Average duration1d 8h
38kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$161 - US$660Average duration1d 5h
138kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New Orleans to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 8hAverage duration
US$99Cheapest ticket
38kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New Orleans to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$131
Average bus trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure08:20
Distance939 miles
Latest bus departure23:35

New Orleans to Detroit Bus

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

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from New Orleans to Detroit.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from New Orleans to Detroit, 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 New Orleans - Detroit, MI

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

    The distance between New Orleans and Detroit by coach is approximately 939 miles (1515 km).

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

    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 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
28/08
US$181
29/08
US$152
Today
US$225
31/08
US$128
01/09
US$181
02/09
US$101
03/09
US$105
04/09
US$112
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 2 Sept 2025 with a price of US$101

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

You can expect to pay from US$101 to US$258 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$101, which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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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 New Orleans to Detroit.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New Orleans to Detroit that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to New Orleans by bus?

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You can also go to Detroit, MI by train

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