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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Cookeville (Marathon) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Cookeville (Marathon) | No tags |
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Get from Detroit to Cookeville
The journey takes about 21 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 87500 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $164
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Cookeville 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 Cookeville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Cookeville start from $164. The average price for this route is around $224. 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 Cookeville?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Cookeville is 21h 20m, covering a distance of 720 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Cookeville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Cookeville?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Cookeville at 8:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Cookeville?
A bus trip from Detroit to Cookeville generates an estimated 18 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.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Cookeville was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $154To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Cookeville, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $154 to $240 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Cookeville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $187 which is on 2026-01-18.
