Bus from Cincinnati to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to Detroit on May 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Cincinnati Bus Station
Detroit Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Cincinnati Bus Station
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Cincinnati (Downtown)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:42 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
5h 30mAverage Duration
231 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceCA$55 - CA$180Average Duration5h 30m
9kg CO₂e
Average PriceCA$156 - CA$309Average Duration18h 19m
35kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cincinnati 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Detroit?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Detroit start from CA$55. The average price for this route is around CA$79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cincinnati to Detroit?

    The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to Detroit is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 231 miles (372 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Detroit route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Detroit?

    The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Detroit at 4:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Detroit?

    A bus trip from Cincinnati to Detroit generates an estimated 9.289425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05/21
CA$124
05/22
CA$213
Today
CA$83
05/24
CA$74
05/25
CA$70
05/26
CA$61
05/27
CA$50
05/28
CA$54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Detroit, MI was searched and found on May 27, 2026 with a price of CA$50

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cincinnati to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CA$50 to CA$213 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$50 which is on 2026-05-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Detroit, MI?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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