Chicago to Detroit Bus

Chicago to Detroit Detroit to Chicago

Chicago to Detroit Route Summary

Chicago to Detroit bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 5 daily bus departures available, including 3 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Chicago bus station at 05:10h, arriving at Detroit bus station at 12:00h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:00h, arriving at 05:10h the following day.
Departure station and country Chicago, USA (United States)
Arrival station and country Detroit, USA (United States)
Travel Distance 283 mi
Average Trip Duration 04h 50min
Total Departures 5
Popular Operators FlixBus
Lowest Price $44
Transportation Options Bus, Train


Getting from Chicago and Detroit by bus

The shortest travel distance between Chicago and Detroit is 283 mi. The fastest bus which departs at 21:30 has a travel time of h. The longest travel time on the route is 07:40h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Detroit earlier, there are 3 night buses and 1 overnight train departing from Chicago to Detroit. The overnight journeys start at depending on whether you're travelling by bus or train and arrive as early as 00:10 the same day.

Bus companies operating the Chicago to Detroit route

FlixBus is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 1251 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.

7.1 FlixBus

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Chicago or Detroit bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
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  Chicago

You can see information about the departure station and stops Chicago here

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  Detroit

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Detroit here


Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $44 (One-Way) or $88 (Return).

Travel reviews for Chicago to Detroit bus

Over 1251 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Chicago to Detroit. The average rating is 0. You can read the users' review of the bus company below. These reviews were originally written under our old names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry — it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.
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