How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Los Angeles start from $121. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Los Angeles is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 1985 miles (3201 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Los Angeles at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Los Angeles generates an estimated 80 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 Los Angeles?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Detroit to Los Angeles from $176 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Los Angeles on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 10h	3:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 11h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 11h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Los Angeles on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 9h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 10h	3:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 11h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 11h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Los Angeles on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	2d 11h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Detroit Bus Station	2d 11h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:26 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d 11hAverage Duration

1985 milesDistance

80kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$121 - $564	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 80kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$194 - $3,562	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 290kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Los Angeles?

Stops in Detroit

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

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

Greyhound Detroit Los Angeles recent customer reviews

I should have been in LA now but I have 24 hours more to go! Terrible!

Merima K.

November 13, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Los Angeles start from $121. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Los Angeles is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 1985 miles (3201 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Los Angeles at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Detroit to Los Angeles generates an estimated 80 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 Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

11/27

No data

11/28

$492

Today

$501

11/30

$423

12/01

$176

12/02

$214

12/03

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The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $176

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $176 to $501 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $176 which is on 2025-12-01.