How far is Seattle from Detroit?

About 1932 miles (3115 km) separate Seattle and Detroit.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Seattle to Detroit leave from Greyhound Station 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 Wright Museum of African American History, Belle Isle Park, Eastern Market, Fox Theater and The Guardian Building.

Bus Seattle to Detroit from $164 | Compare & Save up to 45%

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: August 2 at 10:50pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Greyhound Station
Arrival time: August 6 at 9:55am
Destination city: Detroit
Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 8h
Departure time: August 2 at 4:00pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
Arrival time: August 6 at 9:55am
Destination city: Detroit
Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 14h
Departure time: August 2 at 2:55pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: University of Washington
Arrival time: August 6 at 9:55am
Destination city: Detroit
Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 16h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Detroit.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$160 - $377	Average Duration3d 16h	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$320 - $684	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 283kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 3 days, 16 hours and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3d 16hAverage Duration

$160Cheapest ticket

78kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Seattle to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$263

Average bus trip duration3d 16h

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure2:55pm

Distance1928 miles (3109 km)

Latest bus departure11:10pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,139 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

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.

FlixBus

3.5/59,767 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

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

Seattle 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 Seattle to Detroit.

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

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

Where are the popular stops in Seattle and Detroit?

Stops in Seattle

A - Greyhound Station

B - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

C - Washington State Convention Center

D - Pier 91

E - Pier 66

F - International District

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Seattle - Detroit, MI

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

Best price found

07/25

$163

07/26

$180

Today

$299

07/28

$243

07/29

$268

07/30

$260

07/31

$233

08/01

$238

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Jul 25, 2025 with a price of $163

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

You can expect to pay from $163 to $299 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $233 which is on 2025-07-31.

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 Seattle to Detroit 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 Seattle to Detroit, 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 Seattle to Detroit.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Seattle to Detroit, 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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3d 16h	Avg Price$263	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3d 11h	Avg Price$599	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Seattle by bus?

Bus from Seattle to Detroit, MI

You can also go to Detroit, MI by train

Train from Seattle to Detroit, MI

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