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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just R 676, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Chicago?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Chicago by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Chicago start at R 590. The average price for this route is around R 718. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Detroit to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to Chicago is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 382 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Chicago at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Chicago?
A bus trip from Detroit to Chicago produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Chicago?
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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Detroit to Chicago?
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 Detroit to Chicago?
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.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Chicago was searched and found on 17 Feb 2026 with a price of R 553To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 553 to R 3 096 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 553, which is on 2026-02-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
