How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Detroit start at R 1 244. The average price for this route is around R 1 978. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Detroit?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Detroit is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 638 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Detroit at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Detroit produces an estimated 16 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 Washington to Detroit?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6414 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Detroit from R 1 123 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 19 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	15h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d 4h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	15:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	17h 40m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	21h 5m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	15h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	01:00	Union Station	14h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	17h 55m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:00	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	1d	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 25m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Union Station	21h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	01:00	Union Station	14h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	05:00	Union Station	17h 55m	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:35	Union Station	15h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:21 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 21 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 244, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

21h 15mAverage duration

638 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 244 - R 6 089	Average duration21h 15m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 922 - R 6 557	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Detroit?

Stops in Washington

A
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
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E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Stops in Detroit

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

Greyhound

3.5/587 512 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512 100 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Peter Pan

4/56 424 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI 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 Washington to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Detroit start at R 1 244. The average price for this route is around R 1 978. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Detroit?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Detroit is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 638 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Detroit at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Detroit?
A bus trip from Washington to Detroit produces an estimated 16 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 Washington to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6414 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Detroit?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

17/01

R 1 959

18/01

R 1 587

Today

R 1 638

20/01

R 1 486

21/01

R 1 351

22/01

R 1 376

23/01

R 1 376

24/01

R 1 376

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 351

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 351 to R 2 718 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 351, which is on 2026-01-21.