How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Elyria?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Elyria start at R 717. The average price for this route is around R 872. 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 Elyria?

The average bus journey time from Detroit to Elyria is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 133 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Elyria route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Elyria at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Elyria produces an estimated 3 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 Elyria?

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 5627 reviews.

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

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 Elyria?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Elyria from R 723 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to Elyria on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:40	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	15:05	Elyria	Cheapest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	No tags
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	05:35	Elyria	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	04:58	Elyria, OH	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Elyria on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	05:35	Elyria	Cheapest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	No tags
06:40	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	15:05	Elyria	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	04:58	Elyria, OH	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Elyria on 20 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:40	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	15:05	Elyria	Cheapest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	No tags
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	05:35	Elyria	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	04:58	Elyria, OH	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Elyria on 21 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:40	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	15:05	Elyria	Cheapest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	No tags
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	05:35	Elyria	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	04:58	Elyria, OH	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Elyria on 22 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:40	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	15:05	Elyria	Cheapest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	No tags
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	05:35	Elyria	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	04:58	Elyria, OH	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Elyria on 24 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:40	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	15:05	Elyria	Cheapest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	01:15	Elyria, OH	No tags
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	05:35	Elyria	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	04:58	Elyria, OH	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:28 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Elyria

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Elyria. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 717, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 30mAverage duration

133 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 717 - R 1 732	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 176 - R 11 010	Average duration15h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 438 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Elyria 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 Elyria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Elyria start at R 717. The average price for this route is around R 872. 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 Elyria?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to Elyria is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 133 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Elyria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Elyria?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Elyria at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Elyria?
A bus trip from Detroit to Elyria produces an estimated 3 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 Elyria?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Elyria?
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 Elyria?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Elyria?
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

16/12

R 680

17/12

R 774

Today

R 723

19/12

R 852

20/12

R 895

21/12

R 895

22/12

R 895

23/12

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The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Elyria was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 680

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 Elyria as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 680 to R 14 197 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Elyria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 852, which is on 2025-12-19.

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.