Bus Tickets from Detroit, MI to Ann Arbor

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Next departures for Detroit to Ann Arbor on September 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Indian Trails
Detroit Bus Station
Ann ArborCheapest
Michigan Flyer
DTW McNamara Terminal
Blake Transit CenterFastest
FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Ann ArborNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Ann ArborNo tags
Michigan Flyer
Detroit Airport (DTW)
Blake Transit CenterNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Ann Arbor.

Bus
Average Price$11 - $50Average Duration50m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$11 - $50Average Duration45m
5kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Detroit to Ann Arbor

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Ann Arbor. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
45mAverage Duration
$11Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Ann Arbor: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$21
Average bus trip duration50m
Number of daily buses31
Earliest bus departure6:15am
Distance21 miles (33 km)
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Detroit to Ann Arbor Bus

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Detroit, MI - Ann Arbor

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09/27
$12
09/28
$13
Today
$11
09/30
$9
10/01
$8
10/02
$8
10/03
$9
10/04
$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Ann Arbor was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of $8

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 Ann Arbor, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $15 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Ann Arbor based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-10-01.

Usually Michigan Flyer will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Detroit to Ann Arbor, 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 Detroit to Ann Arbor that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

Will you be returning to Detroit, MI by bus?

Bus from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI

You can also go to Ann Arbor by train

Train from Detroit, MI to Ann Arbor

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