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Compare all timetables for the bus from Washington, DC to Detroit

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

today
$92
tomorrow
$80
Saturday
$74
Sunday
$78
Monday
$85
Tuesday
$75
Wednesday
$77

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 15h 20m 5:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station 9:10 AM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $92
Greyhound US 13h 50m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $112
FlixBus 21h 10m 6:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $128
FlixBus 20h 55m 6:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $146
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Detroit via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      13h 50m
      0
      1:50 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      7:35 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $40
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • Greyhound US
      6h 50m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      3:40 PM
      Detroit
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $43
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 50m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $80
Greyhound US 15h 35m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 9:10 AM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $80
Greyhound US 20h 45m 6:55 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $88

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 50m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $74
Greyhound US 15h 20m 5:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station 9:10 AM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $75
Greyhound US 20h 45m 6:55 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $78
FlixBus 20h 55m 6:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $119

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 15h 20m 5:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station 9:10 AM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $78
Greyhound US 13h 50m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $80
Greyhound US 15h 35m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 9:10 AM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $81
Greyhound US 20h 45m 6:55 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $85

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 50m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $85
Greyhound US 15h 20m 5:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station 9:10 AM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $85
FlixBus 21h 10m 6:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $85
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Detroit via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      13h 50m
      0
      1:50 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      7:35 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $34
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • Greyhound US
      6h 50m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      3:40 PM
      Detroit
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $38
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 50m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $75
FlixBus 21h 10m 6:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $75
Greyhound US 15h 20m 5:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station 9:10 AM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $79

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 50m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $77
Greyhound US 15h 20m 5:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station 9:10 AM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $77
FlixBus 21h 10m 6:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $77
FlixBus 20h 55m 6:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:40 PM Detroit Central Bus Station  Economy $94

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Washington, DC to Detroit is $65 on 8/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Washington, DC and Detroit

See here how frequent the connections between Washington, DC and Detroit are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Washington, DC to Detroit. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Washington, DC and Detroit.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 16 buses from Washington, DC to Detroit, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and Detroit, with 14 offers.

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to Detroit

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from Washington, DC to Detroit in one click! Book your bus ticket from Washington, DC to Detroit starting from $65!

Cheapest Bus $65
Fastest Bus 13h 50m
Earliest Bus 1:50 AM
Latest Bus 6:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 6 Ø
Distance 396.1 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to Detroit

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Washington, DC for Detroit: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/06/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/02
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$92
Friday 08/07
$80
Saturday 08/08
$74
Sunday 08/09
$78
Monday 08/10
$85
Tuesday 08/11
$75
Wednesday 08/12
$77
Thursday 08/13
$85
Friday 08/14
$94
Saturday 08/15
$87
Sunday 08/16
$87
Monday 08/17
$87
Tuesday 08/18
$77
Wednesday 08/19
$86
Thursday 08/20
$90
Friday 08/21
$87
Saturday 08/22
$93
Sunday 08/23
$93
Monday 08/24
$78
Tuesday 08/25
$75
Wednesday 08/26
$75
Thursday 08/27
$76
Friday 08/28
$84
Saturday 08/29

The cheapest time to travel from Washington, DC to Detroit

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Detroit, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $74, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to Detroit. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $80.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Detroit, with $74. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $75.

How to save money travelling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Detroit are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Washington, DC to Detroit

These are the most booked bus companies between Washington, DC to Detroit from our users.

FlixBus from Washington, DC to Detroit

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Washington, DC to Detroit:

Cheapest Price $75
Fastest Bus 20h 55m
Earliest Bus 6:30 PM
Last Bus 6:45 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 8/5/2026

All bus stations and stops in Washington, DC and Detroit

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Washington, DC to Detroit

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

FAQs about the Washington, DC to Detroit bus

How much does a Washington, DC Detroit bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $65 and takes 13h 50m to reach Detroit. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Washington, DC to Detroit?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $65 and $173. 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 Washington, DC to Detroit each day?

Every day, the Washington, DC to Detroit bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Washington, DC to Detroit take?

The fastest bus from Washington, DC to Detroit is offered by Greyhound US and takes 13h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $112. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Washington, DC to Detroit?

The earliest bus arriving in Detroit from Washington, DC starts at 1:50 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 Washington, DC to Detroit?

The latest bus trip departing from Washington, DC for Detroit starts at 6:45 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 Washington, DC Detroit route?

When traveling by bus from Washington, DC to Detroit, 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 Washington, DC and Detroit?

You can check all the direct connections between Washington, DC 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: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Detroit on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Washington, DC to Detroit?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 6 daily trips between Washington, DC and Detroit. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Washington, DC to Detroit?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Washington, DC and Detroit change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Washington, DC to Detroit

Economy
Economy

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

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