Next available departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Detroit on September 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 45m	4:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 45m	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	6h 35m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:25pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 30m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Detroit on September 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 45m	4:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 55m	9:05pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 45m	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	6h 35m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:25pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 30m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Detroit on September 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 45m	4:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 45m	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	6h 35m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:25pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 30m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Detroit on September 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 45m	4:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 55m	9:05pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 45m	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	6h 35m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:25pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 30m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Detroit on September 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 45m	4:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 55m	9:05pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	6h 35m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 55m	9:05pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:25pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 30m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Detroit on September 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 45m	4:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 55m	9:05pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	6h 35m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 55m	9:05pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:25pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 30m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Detroit on September 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 45m	4:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 55m	9:05pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	11h	8:30pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	6h 35m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to Detroit on September 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Indianapolis Bus Station	5h 45m	4:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 55m	9:05pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:35pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	7h 20m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 45m	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:20pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	6h 35m	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:10am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	15h 55m	9:05pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:25pm	Indianapolis (W Vermont St)	10h 30m	9:55am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	13h 50m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis 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 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just CHF 37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

7h 20mAverage Duration

386 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCHF 37 - CHF 148	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCHF 71 - CHF 150	Average Duration14h 20m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Indianapolis and Detroit

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in Detroit

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Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Amtrak

4.1/56,480 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/588,135 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 88135 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at CHF 37

Greyhound Indianapolis Detroit recent customer reviews

The bus reservations were of no use. I had to wait 6 hrs for the next bus as the intended bus was full even though I had booked tickets a week prior.

Namrata T.

April 6, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/515,613 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Detroit start from CHF 37. The average price for this route is around CHF 51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to Detroit?
The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Detroit is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 386 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Detroit at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Detroit?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Detroit generates an estimated 9.6379 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 6467 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Indianapolis to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09-09

CHF 65

09-10

CHF 69

Today

CHF 52

09-12

CHF 45

09-13

CHF 51

09-14

CHF 40

09-15

CHF 36

09-16

CHF 35

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Sep 16, 2026 with a price of CHF 35

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

You can expect to pay from CHF 35 to CHF 170 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 35 which is on 2026-09-16.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.