Find coaches from Iowa City to Detroit, MI

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Next departures from Iowa City to Detroit on 13 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Iowa City
Detroit Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Iowa City
Detroit Bus StationFastest

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Bus Iowa City to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$60
Average bus trip duration11h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure07:50
Distance438 miles
Latest bus departure11:50

Iowa City to Detroit Bus

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Bus service from Iowa City to Detroit will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Detroit from Iowa City, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Iowa City - Detroit, MI

  1. How far is Detroit from Iowa City by coach?

    The journey from Iowa City to Detroit by coach covers an approximate distance of 438 miles (706 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Detroit from Iowa City without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Iowa City and Detroit!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Iowa City to Detroit, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Iowa City to Detroit.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Iowa City to Detroit while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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