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Mon15 Sept
from US$175
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Wed17 Sept
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Fri19 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 15 September at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 17 September at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 September at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 17 September at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 September at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 18 September at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 September at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 18 September at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 September at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Arrival time: 17 September at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Detroit

Bus
Average priceUS$175 - US$406Average duration2d 12h
79kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$243 - US$514Average duration2d 14h
288kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours and with fares starting at just US$175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
2d 12hAverage duration
US$175Cheapest ticket
79kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$188
Average bus trip duration2d 12h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure06:45
Distance1965 miles
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to Detroit Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Detroit, MI

  1. How far is Detroit from San Diego by coach?

    The distance between San Diego and Detroit by coach is approximately 1967 miles (3171 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Detroit from San Diego without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on 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.

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US$318
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US$184
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15/09
US$168
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 15 Sept 2025 with a price of US$168

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

You can expect to pay from US$168 to US$336 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$168, which is on 2025-09-15.

About Bus Travel

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 San Diego and Detroit!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Detroit, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Detroit will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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!

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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