Bus Tickets from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI

ThuJul 31
from US$65
FriAug 1
from US$65
SatAug 2
from US$67
SunAug 3
from US$60
MonAug 4
from US$55
TueAug 5
from US$60
WedAug 6
from US$50
ThuAug 7

Next departures to Detroit

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Downtown Transit Center
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Downtown Transit Center
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Detroit

Bus
Average PriceUS$45 - US$256Average Duration10h 25m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$112 - US$112Average Duration14h 40m
35kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Indianapolis to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
10h 25mAverage Duration
US$45Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Indianapolis to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$58
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 25m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure3:15am
Distance385 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Indianapolis to Detroit Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - Detroit, MI

  1. How far is Indianapolis from Detroit?

    The distance covered from Indianapolis to Detroit is 387 km (240 miles).

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-27
US$93
07-28
US$114
Today
US$70
07-30
US$79
07-31
US$58
08-01
US$58
08-02
US$59
08-03
US$52
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Aug 3, 2025 with a price of US$52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$206 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52 which is on 2025-08-03.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI

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Train from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI

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