How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Detroit start from $207. The average price for this route is around $501. 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 San Diego to Detroit?

The average bus travel time from San Diego to Detroit is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 3163 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Detroit?

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Detroit at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Detroit?

A bus trip from San Diego to Detroit generates an estimated 79 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Diego to Detroit?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Detroit?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Diego to Detroit from $272 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to Detroit on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Diego to Detroit on January 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 9h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:25am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 17h	6:00am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 15h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Detroit on January 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 14h	6:00am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 9h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 15h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Detroit on January 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:00pm	Santa Fe Depot	3d 6h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 9h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	3:00pm	Santa Fe Depot	3d 6h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Detroit on January 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:00pm	Santa Fe Depot	3d 6h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 9h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	3:00pm	Santa Fe Depot	3d 6h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Detroit on January 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:55am	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 11h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 13h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:35pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 14h	6:50am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $207, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

2d 12hAverage Duration

3163 kmDistance

79kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$207 - $923	Average Duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$320 - $2,548	Average Duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 288kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Detroit?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,488 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,712 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,954 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI 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 San Diego to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Detroit start from $207. The average price for this route is around $501. 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 San Diego to Detroit?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Detroit is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 3163 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Detroit at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Detroit?
A bus trip from San Diego to Detroit generates an estimated 79 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-05

$527

01-06

$489

Today

$512

01-08

$395

01-09

$426

01-10

$460

01-11

$407

01-12

$272

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $272

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

You can expect to pay from $272 to $2,218 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $272 which is on 2026-01-12.