How far is Los Angeles from Detroit?

The distance separating Los Angeles and Detroit is 1978 miles (3189 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Detroit?

Most of the buses traveling from Los Angeles to Detroit leave from UCLA and arrive at Detroit Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for 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 Motown Museum, Wright Museum of African American History, Eastern Market, Ford Piquette Avenue Plant and Mexicantown.

Bus Los Angeles to Detroit from $135 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Detroit on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 11h	6:00am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Detroit on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 11h	6:00am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Detroit on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Detroit on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Detroit on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Detroit on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Detroit on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 7h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 10h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 12h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles 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 2 days, 12 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2d 12hAverage Duration

1978 milesDistance

80kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$127 - $507	Average Duration2d 12h	CO₂ emissions 80kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$199 - $1,645	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 290kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,377 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,342 reviews

Staff4.1

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

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Detroit?

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Detroit, MI by bus

How far is Los Angeles from Detroit?
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What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/14

$336

11/15

$311

Today

$380

11/17

$245

11/18

$210

11/19

$177

11/20

$250

11/21

$185

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $177

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

You can expect to pay from $177 to $594 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $177 which is on 2025-11-19.