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Compare all timetables for the bus from Detroit to Los Angeles

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

today

$232

tomorrow

Tuesday

$154

Wednesday

Thursday

$166

Friday

$227

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	65h 0m	11:15 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	1:15 PM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$232	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/20/2026 11:15:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/23/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $232 per person are available. Travel duration is 65h 0m
Greyhound US	55h 15m	7:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	12:10 AM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$237	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/20/2026 7:55:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/23/2026 12:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $237 per person are available. Travel duration is 55h 15m
Greyhound US	59h 30m	8:20 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	4:50 PM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$248	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/20/2026 8:20:00 AM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/22/2026 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $248 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Detroit to Los Angeles via Chicago, you can save more than $56? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  60h 0m
  
  0
  
  11:15 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  5:25 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $31
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/21/2026 11:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 9/22/2026 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
- FlixBus
  
  47h 10m
  
  0
  
  11:05 AM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  8:15 AM
  
  Los Angeles
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $145
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/22/2026 11:05:00 AM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/24/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 10m
Travel time is 7h 45m longer, but you will save $56

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	60h 0m	11:15 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	8:15 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$154	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/22/2026 11:15:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/25/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $154 per person are available. Travel duration is 60h 0m
FlixBus	51h 50m	7:25 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	8:15 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$155	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/22/2026 7:25:00 AM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/24/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $155 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 50m
Greyhound US	53h 35m	7:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	10:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$167	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/22/2026 7:55:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/24/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	60h 0m	11:15 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	8:15 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$166	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/24/2026 11:15:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 60h 0m
Greyhound US	53h 35m	7:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	10:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$188	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/24/2026 7:55:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/26/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $188 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 35m
Greyhound US	65h 0m	11:15 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	1:15 PM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$225	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/24/2026 11:15:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $225 per person are available. Travel duration is 65h 0m
Greyhound US	55h 15m	7:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	12:10 AM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$245	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/24/2026 7:55:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 12:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $245 per person are available. Travel duration is 55h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	68h 35m	11:15 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	4:50 PM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$227	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/25/2026 11:15:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/28/2026 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $227 per person are available. Travel duration is 68h 35m
FlixBus	56h 50m	7:25 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	1:15 PM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$230	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/25/2026 7:25:00 AM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $230 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 50m
Greyhound US	55h 15m	7:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	12:10 AM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$236	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/25/2026 7:55:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/28/2026 12:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $236 per person are available. Travel duration is 55h 15m
Greyhound US	59h 30m	8:20 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	4:50 PM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$254	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/25/2026 8:20:00 AM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $254 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Detroit to Los Angeles via Chicago, you can save more than $55? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  66h 55m
  
  0
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  9:25 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $36
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 9/23/2026 4:20:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 9/23/2026 9:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  58h 20m
  
  0
  
  11:55 PM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  8:15 AM
  
  Los Angeles
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $137
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/23/2026 11:55:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 9/26/2026 8:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $137 per person are available. Travel duration is 58h 20m
Travel time is 14h 40m longer, but you will save $55

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Detroit to Los Angeles is $130 on 10/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Detroit and Los Angeles

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

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Detroit to Los Angeles. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Detroit and Los Angeles.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 10 buses from Detroit to Los Angeles, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Detroit and Los Angeles, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Detroit to Los Angeles

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Detroit to Los Angeles in one click! Book your bus ticket from Detroit to Los Angeles starting from $130!

Cheapest Bus	$130
Fastest Bus	48h 50m
Earliest Bus	8:20 AM
Latest Bus	11:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	1,979.0 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Detroit to Los Angeles

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Detroit for Los Angeles: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/20

$232

Monday 09/21

Tuesday 09/22

$154

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

$166

Friday 09/25

$227

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$223

Monday 09/28

$223

Tuesday 09/29

$142

Wednesday 09/30

$137

Thursday 10/01

$241

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

Sunday 10/04

$130

Monday 10/05

Tuesday 10/06

Wednesday 10/07

$223

Thursday 10/08

Friday 10/09

$225

Saturday 10/10

Sunday 10/11

$227

Monday 10/12

Tuesday 10/13

$158

Wednesday 10/14

Thursday 10/15

Friday 10/16

$153

Saturday 10/17

The cheapest time to travel from Detroit to Los Angeles

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

With a price starting from $130, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Detroit to Los Angeles. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $166.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Detroit to Los Angeles, with $154. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $155.

How to save money travelling from Detroit to Los Angeles

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 Detroit to Los Angeles 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 Detroit to Los Angeles, 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 Detroit to Los Angeles are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Detroit to Los Angeles

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

Greyhound US from Detroit to Los Angeles

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

Cheapest Price	$154
Fastest Bus	50h 35m
Earliest Bus	8:20 AM
Last Bus	11:15 PM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	8/26/2026

FlixBus from Detroit to Los Angeles

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Detroit to Los Angeles:

Cheapest Price	$155
Fastest Bus	48h 50m
Earliest Bus	7:25 AM
Last Bus	7:25 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	8/26/2026

All bus stations and stops in Detroit and Los Angeles

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

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

Downtown Bus Station

N Main St 512

Las Casas

Main Street 94

Tufesa

Maple Ave 611

Union Station

Ramirez Street 401-479

Amtrak

Alameda Street 738-788

Service and Comfort on the bus from Detroit to Los Angeles

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

FAQs about the Detroit to Los Angeles bus

How much does a Detroit Los Angeles bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $130 and takes 57h 0m to reach Los Angeles. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $130 and $254. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Los Angeles.

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

Every day, the Detroit to Los Angeles bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Detroit to Los Angeles take?

The fastest bus from Detroit to Los Angeles is offered by FlixBus and takes 48h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $155. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Detroit to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus arriving in Los Angeles from Detroit starts at 8:20 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 Detroit to Los Angeles?

The latest bus trip departing from Detroit for Los Angeles starts at 11:15 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 Detroit Los Angeles route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Los Angeles?

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

What can I take with me on the Detroit to Los Angeles 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 Detroit Los Angeles 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 Detroit Los Angeles 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 Detroit to Los Angeles on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Detroit and to Los Angeles

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