Bus Tickets from Detroit, MI to Erie

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Next departures for Detroit to Erie on October 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Erie Bus StationCheapest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Erie

Bus
Average PriceUS$47 - US$66Average Duration13h 45m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$164 - US$274Average Duration21h 43m
23kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Erie

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
13h 45mAverage Duration
US$47Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Erie: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$55
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure10:05pm
Distance246 km

Detroit to Erie Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Detroit to Erie, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Erie

  1. What is the travel distance from Detroit to Erie?

    The distance between Detroit and Erie is around 246 km (152 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Detroit to Erie?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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10-06
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10-07
US$48
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10-09
US$70
10-10
US$46
10-11
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10-12
US$45
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Erie was searched and found on Oct 12, 2025 with a price of US$45

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 Erie, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$45 to US$495 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$45 which is on 2025-10-12.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Detroit to Erie that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Detroit, MI by bus?

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