How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Los Angeles start from $186. The average price for this route is around $322. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Los Angeles?

The average bus travel time from Detroit to Los Angeles is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 3184 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Los Angeles at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Los Angeles?

A bus trip from Detroit to Los Angeles generates an estimated 80 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Detroit to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Los Angeles?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Detroit to Los Angeles from $179 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Los Angeles on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 6h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 5h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 12h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 19h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 12h	6:05am	UCLA	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Los Angeles on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 12h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 5h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 12h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 10h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 19h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Los Angeles on February 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 12h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 5h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 12h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 10h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 19h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Los Angeles on February 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 19h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 4h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 10h	3:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 5h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 12h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Los Angeles on February 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 5h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 4h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 10h	3:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 12h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 2026-01-27 EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 10 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $186, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2d 10hAverage Duration

3184 kmDistance

80kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$186 - $1,112	Average Duration2d 10h	CO₂ emissions 80kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$272 - $3,454	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 290kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Los Angeles?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,519 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87519 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $189

Greyhound Detroit Los Angeles recent customer reviews

I should have been in LA now but I have 24 hours more to go! Terrible!

Merima K.

November 13, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/512,175 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Los Angeles start from $186. The average price for this route is around $322. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Los Angeles is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 3184 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Los Angeles at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Detroit to Los Angeles generates an estimated 80 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02-01

$436

02-02

$422

Today

$314

02-04

$317

02-05

$317

02-06

$295

02-07

$319

02-08

$225

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Feb 8, 2026 with a price of $225

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $225 to $787 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $225 which is on 2026-02-08.