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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Downtown SD (Seaport) | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Balboa Park | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Detroit Bus Station | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $196, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Detroit?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI 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 San Diego to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Detroit start from $196. The average price for this route is around $345. 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 San Diego to Detroit?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Detroit is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 1964 miles (3168 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Detroit route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Detroit at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Detroit?
A bus trip from San Diego to Detroit generates an estimated 79 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 San Diego to Detroit?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Detroit?
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 San Diego to Detroit?
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 San Diego to Detroit?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $313To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Detroit, MI?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
