How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Cleveland?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Cleveland start at R 398. The average price for this route is around R 574. 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 Cleveland?

The average bus journey time from Detroit to Cleveland is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 147 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Cleveland route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , OurBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Cleveland?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Cleveland at 12:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Cleveland produces an estimated 4 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 Cleveland?

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 Detroit to Cleveland?

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 Cleveland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Cleveland?

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 Detroit to Cleveland from R 277 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to Cleveland on 6 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	01:35	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20	Detroit Bus Station	3h	15:20	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	05:38	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Cleveland on 7 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	01:35	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20	Detroit Bus Station	3h	15:20	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	05:38	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Cleveland on 8 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	01:35	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20	Detroit Bus Station	3h	15:20	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	05:38	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Cleveland on 9 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	01:35	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20	Detroit Bus Station	3h	15:20	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	05:38	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Cleveland on 10 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	01:35	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20	Detroit Bus Station	3h	15:20	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	05:38	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Cleveland on 11 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	01:35	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20	Detroit Bus Station	3h	15:20	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	05:38	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Cleveland on 12 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	3h 30m	01:35	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
12:20	Detroit Bus Station	3h	15:20	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	4h 15m	01:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	8h 8m	05:38	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:27 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Cleveland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 398, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 30mAverage duration

147 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 398 - R 1 678	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 497 - R 5 179	Average duration19h 48m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Cleveland?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Cleveland

A
Greyhound Station
1465 Chester Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA

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Greyhound

3.5/587 482 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 15 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the cleanliness. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 398

Greyhound Detroit Cleveland recent customer reviews

We wait 1.5 hour for arrive of bus.We should be leave station at 07.00 but leave at 08.30.and woman who works all time at this hour said loud with cystomers.it was terrible nervous 1.5 hours in my life.in future if i will choose i will choose megabus

Irina S.

1 April 2017

It was great and we got there a half an hour earlier then what we was supposed to

Latonya T.

6 December 2016

The bus smell was awful!

Bana B.

9 December 2024

Amtrak

4/55 708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

OurBus

4/53 182 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Cleveland, OH, US 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 Cleveland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Cleveland start at R 398. The average price for this route is around R 574. 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 Cleveland?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to Cleveland is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 147 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Cleveland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Cleveland?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Cleveland at 12:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Cleveland?
A bus trip from Detroit to Cleveland produces an estimated 4 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 Cleveland?
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 Detroit to Cleveland?
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 Cleveland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Cleveland?
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

03/01

R 655

04/01

R 655

Today

R 571

06/01

R 470

07/01

R 470

08/01

R 470

09/01

R 521

10/01

R 504

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Cleveland, OH, US was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 470

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

You can expect to pay from R 470 to R 13 895 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Cleveland, OH, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 470, which is on 2026-01-06.

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.