What is the distance between Detroit and Columbus?

The distance between the two cities is 164 miles (264 km).

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

Buses traveling from Detroit to Columbus leave from Detroit Bus Station and arrive at Columbus Bus Station.

Bus Detroit to Columbus from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Columbus on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 20m	5:25am	Columbus (E Mound St)	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	4h 25m	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	Fastest
Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	7h 15m	1:55pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Columbus on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	4h 25m	12:40am	Columbus (E Mound St)	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	7h 15m	1:55pm	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags
Bus	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 20m	5:25am	Columbus (E Mound St)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:54 PM EST.

Get from Detroit to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

7h 15mAverage Duration

164 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,367 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Greyhound Detroit Columbus recent customer reviews

If I could give Greyhound 0 stars, I would. I bought these tickets two weeks in advance, and I was relying on Greyhound to provide a timely service. Instead, my bus was delayed by 6 hours. My arrival time was originally at 4:40 pm, but I finally arrived at my destination at 10:45 pm. The staff at the information desk was not helpful in providing a solution to the problem, and I was never informed why there was such a big delay. Overall, I am very disappointed with the services provided by Greyhound.

Daniela C.

October 28, 2018

Got charged $10 cash to get a print out of my tix. 3 pieces of paper! Why won't Greyhound honor paperless like the rest of the world!?

Benjamin W.

November 26, 2016

No wofa connection

Amponsah K.

July 26, 2025

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

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Columbus?

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Stops in Columbus

A - Columbus Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH by bus

What is the distance between Detroit and Columbus?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Detroit to Columbus?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/09

$32

11/10

$42

Today

$30

11/12

$28

11/13

$26

11/14

$29

11/15

$28

11/16

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The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $26

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 Columbus, OH, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $26 to $63 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-11-13.