How far is Charlotte from Detroit?

Charlotte and Detroit are 505 miles (814 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Detroit?

Most of the buses traveling from Charlotte to Detroit leave from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company and arrive at Detroit Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

Once in Detroit, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Detroit Zoo, Detroit Riverwalk, Belle Isle Park, Wright Museum of African American History and Fox Theater.

Bus Charlotte to Detroit from $61 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Detroit on September 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		10:35pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		6:05pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 4h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Detroit on September 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	14h 50m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 5m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	8:55am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 1h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Detroit on September 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	14h 50m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:00pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 5m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Detroit on September 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	14h 50m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:00pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 5m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Detroit on September 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	14h 50m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:00pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 5m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Detroit on September 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	14h 50m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:00pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 5m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Detroit on September 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	14h 50m	5:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 3h	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 5m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	8:55am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 1h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Detroit.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $296	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$344 - $602	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Charlotte to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

$69Cheapest ticket

20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlotte, NC to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$103

Average bus trip duration1d 1h

Number of daily buses7

Earliest bus departure2:50am

Distance504 miles (812 km)

Latest bus departure11:40pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,228 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Charlotte Detroit recent customer reviews

A special note of thanks to Bus Driver Marcus who did an outstanding job. He gave the rules each and every time when new customers came aboard. He informed us of every stop and was alert all the way to his last stop. The last Bus Driver the route from Columbus to Detroit was sharp and thorough also. Kudos to the administrative staff who stepped up and did the run from Charleston to Columbus.

Deborah S.

May 29, 2017

Very very satisfied

Joyce W.

December 4, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/510,357 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound Charlotte Detroit recent customer reviews

A special note of thanks to Bus Driver Marcus who did an outstanding job. He gave the rules each and every time when new customers came aboard. He informed us of every stop and was alert all the way to his last stop. The last Bus Driver the route from Columbus to Detroit was sharp and thorough also. Kudos to the administrative staff who stepped up and did the run from Charleston to Columbus.

Deborah S.

May 29, 2017

Very very satisfied

Joyce W.

December 4, 2019

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Charlotte to Detroit Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Charlotte to Detroit. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Detroit?

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charlotte, NC - Detroit, MI

How far is Charlotte from Detroit?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Detroit?
What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

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

Best price found

08/31

$131

09/01

$120

Today

$76

09/03

$74

09/04

$78

09/05

$81

09/06

$78

09/07

$81

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of $74

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

You can expect to pay from $74 to $268 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2025-09-03.

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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 Charlotte and Detroit!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Charlotte to Detroit, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Charlotte to Detroit that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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!

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 Charlotte, NC to Detroit, MI?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 1h	Avg Price$103	Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 15h	Avg Price$393	Daily Departures1

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Bus Tickets from Charlotte, NC to Detroit, MI

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Detroit.

Bus Charlotte, NC to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

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Greyhound Charlotte Detroit recent customer reviews

Greyhound Charlotte Detroit recent customer reviews

Charlotte to Detroit Bus

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Detroit?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charlotte, NC - Detroit, MI

How far is Charlotte from Detroit?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Detroit?

What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

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About Bus Travel

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Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to Charlotte, NC by bus?

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