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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Detroit from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$39

tomorrow

Tuesday

$31

Wednesday

$30

Thursday

$31

Friday

$35

Saturday

$35

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 10m	2:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	8:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 2:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Greyhound US	7h 25m	6:20 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:45 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 6:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Greyhound US	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 6:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Greyhound US	6h 5m	3:55 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 3:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
FlixBus	7h 55m	9:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/26/2026 9:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	6h 5m	3:55 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Greyhound US	6h 15m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	9h 30m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	10:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 12:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Greyhound US	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
FlixBus	7h 55m	9:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	6h 5m	3:55 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 3:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Greyhound US	6h 15m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Greyhound US	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
FlixBus	7h 55m	9:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:25 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 9:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
FlixBus	9h 15m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Greyhound US	6h 5m	3:55 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 3:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Greyhound US	6h 15m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	8h 20m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:45 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 5:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
FlixBus	8h 35m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	8:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	8h 10m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 6:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Greyhound US	6h 5m	3:55 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 3:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Greyhound US	6h 15m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	5h 10m	2:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	8:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 2:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
FlixBus	8h 20m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:45 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 5:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	6h 5m	3:55 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2026 3:55:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Greyhound US	6h 15m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2026 11:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Greyhound US	7h 25m	6:20 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:45 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2026 6:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	5h 10m	2:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	8:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2026 2:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
FlixBus	8h 20m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:45 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/1/2026 5:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Detroit is $30 on 7/29/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Detroit

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Detroit are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily buses from Chicago to Detroit. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Chicago and Detroit.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 40 buses from Chicago to Detroit, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Detroit, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Detroit

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 14 times every day by bus from Chicago to Detroit in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Detroit starting from $30!

Cheapest Bus	$30
Fastest Bus	6h 10m
Earliest Bus	5:25 AM
Latest Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	14 Ø
Distance	237.3 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Detroit

Every day, 14 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Detroit: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

$39

Monday 07/27

$31

Tuesday 07/28

$31

Wednesday 07/29

$30

Thursday 07/30

$31

Friday 07/31

$35

Saturday 08/01

$35

Sunday 08/02

$39

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$31

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$34

Friday 08/07

$35

Saturday 08/08

$34

Sunday 08/09

$39

Monday 08/10

$35

Tuesday 08/11

$32

Wednesday 08/12

$36

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

$43

Monday 08/17

$37

Tuesday 08/18

$33

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

$39

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Detroit

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Detroit, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $30, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Detroit. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $39.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Detroit, with $30. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $31.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Detroit

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Detroit in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Detroit, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Detroit are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Detroit

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Detroit from our users.

Greyhound US from Chicago to Detroit

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Detroit:

Cheapest Price	$30
Fastest Bus	7h 5m
Earliest Bus	6:20 AM
Last Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Connections	6 Ø
Found on	7/7/2026

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Detroit

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Detroit.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Central Bus Station

Howard St 1001

Amtrak

W Baltimore Ave 78

VA Medical Center Blue Deck

East Canfield Street (between John R. and Brush St.) 225

Park Avenue

Rosa Parks TC

Cass Ave 1310

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Detroit

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Detroit? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Detroit? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Detroit bus

How much does a Chicago Detroit bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $30 and takes 7h 5m to reach Detroit. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Detroit?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $30 and $78. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Detroit.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Detroit each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Detroit bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Detroit take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Detroit is offered by FlixBus and takes 6h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $39. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Detroit?

The earliest bus arriving in Detroit from Chicago starts at 5:25 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Detroit?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Detroit starts at 11:35 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Detroit route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Detroit, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Detroit?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Detroit by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Detroit bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Detroit bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Detroit bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Detroit on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Detroit

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Detroit

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Detroit. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!