Bus Tickets from Cincinnati to Detroit (MI)

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TodayMay 28
TomorrowMay 29
FriMay 30
from US$57
SatMay 31
from US$51
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 30 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 30 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 30 at
    Departure city: Cincinnati
    Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 30 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to Detroit

Bus
Average PriceUS$41 - US$137Average Duration5h 25m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$109 - US$252Average Duration18h 59m
35kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cincinnati to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
5h 25mAverage Duration
US$41Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cincinnati to Detroit: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$47
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 25m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure4:25am
Distance366 km
Latest bus departure5:30pm

Cincinnati to Detroit Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Detroit from Cincinnati, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cincinnati - Detroit (MI)

  1. How long is the trip from Cincinnati to Detroit by bus?

    The typical travel time from Cincinnati to Detroit by bus is around 5h 25m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Detroit in 5h 25m

  2. What is the travel distance from Cincinnati to Detroit?

    The distance covered from Cincinnati to Detroit is 373 km (231 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cincinnati to Detroit?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Cincinnati, and end it at Detroit Bus Station, in Detroit.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Detroit?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Cincinnati to Detroit. With a starting ticket price of US$41, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Cincinnati to Detroit?

    The bus fare from Cincinnati to Detroit is approximately US$47.

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

Best price found
05-26
US$60
05-27
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Today
US$36
05-29
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05-30
US$49
05-31
US$43
06-01
US$38
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Detroit was searched and found on May 28, 2025 with a price of US$36

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

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$150 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Detroit based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38 which is on 2025-06-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cincinnati to Detroit, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cincinnati to Detroit.

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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 Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Detroit?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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