Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Lafayette Transit System | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Lafayette Transit System | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Lafayette Transit System | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Lafayette Transit System | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | No tags |
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Get from Detroit to Lafayette
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $276, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Lafayette?
Stops in Lafayette
- A1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
- B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501 - C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA
Compare bus companies
Based on 87521 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 Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $276
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Lafayette, LA 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 Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Lafayette start from $276. The average price for this route is around $323. 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 Lafayette?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Lafayette is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1565 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Lafayette at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Detroit to Lafayette generates an estimated 39 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 Lafayette, LA was searched and found on Feb 8, 2026 with a price of $338To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Lafayette, LA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $338 to $364 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $338 which is on 2026-02-08.
