The cheapest and fastest buses from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY without transferring at least once.
12:35 PM8h55Detroit, MI9:30 PMAshland, KY$1051One-way1 transfer
12:35 PM8h55Detroit, MI9:30 PMAshland, KY$1051One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $87. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, and a train costs an average of $313.
Distance: 267 miles (430 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$96 Average price Cheapest | $313 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 37m Average total duration Fastest 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 40m Average total duration 21h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY:
A bus is $216 (€175) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY costing on average $313 (€253).
Other travel options to Ashland, KY take longer:
Train takes on average 21h 10m.
You'll arrive about -3h -58m sooner (8h 7m by bus vs 5h 9m by car) and save roughly $-33.85 (€-27.39) compared to fuel and tolls ($96 (€78) vs $63 (€51)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Barons Bus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Live departures
Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY buses for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 PM Detroit, MI | 6h45 | 3:00 AM Ashland, KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
![]() | 12:35 PM Detroit, MI | 8h55 | 9:30 PM Ashland, KY | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound or Barons Bus to find the best option for your trip from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound or Barons Bus to find the best option for your trip from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY
Buses from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:45, the last at 20:15. The fastest bus covers the 267 miles (430 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 267 miles (430 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€70) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 10:45 AM |
Last bus 8:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Barons Bus from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KYYou can travel by bus between Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY with FlixBus, Greyhound, Barons Bus for as low as $87 (€70). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Ashland, KY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ashland, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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