Bus from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Bloomington on April 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:18 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 10 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
10h 56mAverage Duration
535 kmDistance
49kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$89 - $202Average Duration16h 10m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$88 - $826Average Duration10h 56m
49kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Bloomington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Bloomington start from $89. The average price for this route is around $131. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Bloomington?

    The average bus travel time from Detroit to Bloomington is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 534 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Detroit to Bloomington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Bloomington?

    The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Bloomington at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Bloomington?

    A bus trip from Detroit to Bloomington generates an estimated 13.343675 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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
04-01
$106
04-02
$126
Today
$103
04-04
$135
04-05
No data
04-06
$83
04-07
No data
04-08
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Apr 6, 2026 with a price of $83

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 Bloomington, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $83 to $138 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2026-04-06.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL?

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