How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Elyria?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Elyria start from $43. The average price for this route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Elyria?

The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Elyria is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 83 miles (133 km). The quickest bus can get 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 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Elyria generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 5597 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 has the most timely service from Detroit to Elyria?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Detroit to Elyria on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	5:35am	Elyria	Cheapest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	1:15am	Elyria, OH	Fastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	1:15am	Elyria, OH	No tags
6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	3:05pm	Elyria	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	4:58am	Elyria, OH	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Elyria on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	3:05pm	Elyria	Cheapest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	1:15am	Elyria, OH	Fastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	1:15am	Elyria, OH	No tags
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	5:35am	Elyria	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	4:58am	Elyria, OH	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Elyria on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	5:35am	Elyria	Cheapest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	1:15am	Elyria, OH	Fastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	1:15am	Elyria, OH	No tags
6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	3:05pm	Elyria	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	4:58am	Elyria, OH	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Elyria on December 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	8h 25m	3:05pm	Elyria	Cheapest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	1:15am	Elyria, OH	Fastest
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	3h 45m	1:15am	Elyria, OH	No tags
10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	7h 30m	5:35am	Elyria	No tags
9:30pm	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	4:58am	Elyria, OH	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:26 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Elyria

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Elyria. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 30mAverage Duration

83 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $101	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$127 - $640	Average Duration15h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Elyria by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $43. The average price for this route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Elyria?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Elyria is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 83 miles (133 km). The quickest bus can get 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 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Elyria?
A bus trip from Detroit to Elyria generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 5597 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 has the most timely service from Detroit to Elyria?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

12/01

$59

12/02

$45

Today

No data

12/04

$37

12/05

$45

12/06

$42

12/07

No data

12/08

$38

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Elyria was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $37

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 $37 to $351 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 $37 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.