Bus from Houston, US to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Houston to Detroit on November 27
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Houston Bus Station
Detroit Bus Station
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Greyhound + Valley Transit
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Detroit Bus Station
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Valley Transit + Greyhound
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Detroit Bus Station
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Greyhound + FlixBus
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Downtown Gray & Smith
Detroit Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Downtown Gray & Smith
Detroit Bus Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Detroit
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $271
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.
Based on 33 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Valley Transit ticket prices on this trip start at $117
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Detroit, MI by bus
How far is Houston from Detroit?
The distance separating Houston and Detroit is 1105 miles (1781 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to Detroit?
Most of the buses traveling from Houston to Detroit leave from Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway and arrive at Detroit Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?
Once in Detroit, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Ford Field, Fox Theater, The Guardian Building, Detroit Zoo and Henry Ford Museum.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/25
$179
11/26
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Today
$161
11/28
$176
11/29
$203
11/30
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12/01
$195
12/02
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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $161
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $161 to $1,190 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $176 which is on 2025-11-28.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Detroit, MI?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $161
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
