How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Memphis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Memphis start from $81. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Memphis?

The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Memphis is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 625 miles (1007 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Memphis route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Memphis?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Memphis at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Memphis generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Detroit to Memphis from $113 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Memphis on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 30m	8:55pm	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 30m	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 40m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Memphis on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 30m	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	23h 10m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 40m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 30m	8:55pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Memphis on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 30m	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 40m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 20m	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Memphis on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 30m	8:55pm	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 30m	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 40m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Memphis on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 20m	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 30m	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	23h 10m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 40m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Memphis on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 30m	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	23h 10m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 40m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 20m	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Memphis on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	23h 10m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 30m	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 40m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 30m	8:55pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 8:36 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 22 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

22h 20mAverage Duration

625 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $491	Average Duration22h 20m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$134 - $554	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Memphis?

Stops in Detroit

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

A
Airways Transit Center
3033 Airways Blvd, Memphis, TN 38131
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,420 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 Memphis recent customer reviews

Bus broke down had to get another 🚌

Claude W.

November 11, 2019

Not bad smoother ride wi-fi

Rodney H.

November 28, 2017

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Memphis, TN 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 Memphis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Memphis start from $81. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Memphis?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Memphis is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 625 miles (1007 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Memphis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Memphis?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Memphis at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Memphis?
A bus trip from Detroit to Memphis generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/06

$144

12/07

$143

Today

$119

12/09

$147

12/10

$120

12/11

$134

12/12

$119

12/13

$139

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Memphis, TN was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $119

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 Memphis, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $119 to $170 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2025-12-12.