Bus from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Columbus on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Detroit Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 5:18 AM 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 $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
7h 15mAverage Duration
264 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH 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 Columbus?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Columbus start from $42. The average price for this route is around $67. 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 Columbus?

    The average bus travel time from Detroit to Columbus is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 264 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Columbus at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.

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

    A bus trip from Detroit to Columbus generates an estimated 7 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
12-13
$87
12-14
$65
Today
$51
12-16
$54
12-17
$60
12-18
$51
12-19
$57
12-20
$54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $51

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 $51 to $94 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 $51 which is on 2025-12-18.

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