How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Detroit cost?

The bus ticket price from Washington to Detroit starts at R 987. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Detroit is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Detroit?

The average travel time between Washington and Detroit is around 1d , although the fastest bus will take about 14h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 636 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Detroit?

The number of buses from Washington to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Detroit by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Washington to Detroit?

When taking the bus from Washington to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan.

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

Buses travelling between Washington and Detroit leave from Dupont Circle or Union Station and arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

Bus Washington to Detroit from R 1 353 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	15h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Union Station	21h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:00	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d 4h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d 4h	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	01:00	Union Station	14h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	17h 55m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Union Station	21h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	15h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d 4h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:15 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 987, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d Average duration

634 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 987 - R 4 932	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 041 - R 6 042	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 307 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Peter Pan

4/56 324 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Detroit?

Stops in Washington

A - Dupont Circle

B - Union Station

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Detroit cost?
The bus ticket price from Washington to Detroit starts at R 987. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Detroit is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Detroit?
The average travel time between Washington and Detroit is around 1d , although the fastest bus will take about 14h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 636 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Detroit?
The number of buses from Washington to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Detroit by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Washington to Detroit?
When taking the bus from Washington to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Detroit?
Buses travelling between Washington and Detroit leave from Dupont Circle or Union Station and arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

R 1 634

13/11

R 1 292

Today

R 1 810

15/11

No data

16/11

R 1 511

17/11

R 1 511

18/11

No data

19/11

R 1 406

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 292

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 292 to R 2 952 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 406, which is on 2025-11-19.