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The cheapest and fastest buses from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX

Showing times and prices for May 26

Cheapest price

$143

Average price

$158

Fastest journey

1 d 8 h 10 m

Average duration

1 d 12 h 30 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

1779 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX without transferring at least 2 times.

  • Greyhound · ·
    7:30 PM34h10
    Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
    4:40 AMHouston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
    $1431One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+Greyhound ·
    11:15 PM39h30
    Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
    1:45 PMHouston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
    $1541One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound · ·
    11:15 PM38h25
    Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
    12:40 PMHouston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
    $1561One-way
    3 transfers
  • Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus
    7:15 AM39h00
    Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
    9:15 PMHouston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
    $1651One-way
    2 transfers
  • Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus
    7:15 AM38h45
    Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
    9:00 PMHouston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
    $1651One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, flight, and train for Detroit, MI to Houston, TX

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $57, and a train costs an average of $289.

Distance: 1105 miles (1779 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Flight
Train
Driving

$231

Average price

$187

Average price

Cheapest

$320

Average price

$263

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

31h 44m

Average total duration

31h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 25m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

28h 51m

Average total duration

28h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

19h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Spirit Airlines

Most popular airline

Amtrak

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

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The cheapest way to travel from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX is a flight with an average price of $187 (€151).

This is compared to other travel options from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX:

A flight is $45 (€36) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX costing on average $231 (€187).

A flight is $133 (€108) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX costing on average $320 (€258).

The fastest way to travel from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 25m.

Other travel options to Houston, TX take longer:

Train takes on average 28h 21m.

Bus takes on average 31h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Detroit, MI and Houston, TX including taking a bus, flight, and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

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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 Houston, TX Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
12:30AM
Arrival Time
10:40AM
Duration
34h10
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$383
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:15AM
Arrival Time
06:45PM
Duration
39h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$154
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:15AM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
37h45
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$347
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
07:15PM
Duration
37h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$117
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
11:15AM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
37h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$134
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
04:20PM
Arrival Time
05:05AM
Duration
37h45
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$117
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
04:40AM
Duration
34h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$118
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
08:20PM
Arrival Time
04:30AM
Duration
32h10
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$171
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:15PM
Arrival Time
12:40PM
Duration
38h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$118
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
09:40AM
Duration
34h10
Departure days
Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$158

Live departures

Detroit, MI to Houston, TX bus times

The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Houston, TX buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus7:15 AM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
37h00
7:15 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX2 transfers
Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus7:15 AM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
37h30
7:45 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX2 transfers
Greyhound · · · 4:20 PM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
32h10
11:30 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX3 transfers
Greyhound · · +FlixBusFlixBus4:20 PM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
37h55
5:15 AM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX3 transfers
Greyhound · · 7:30 PM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
34h10
4:40 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX2 transfers
Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound · 11:15 PM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
38h25
12:40 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX3 transfers
Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus11:15 PM Detroit, Greyhound Terminal
39h30
1:45 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX4 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX

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Buses from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX run on average 8 times per day, taking around 31h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $127 (€102) but you can travel from only $57 (€46) by flight.

The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 1105 miles (1779 km) distance in 32h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $57 (€46)
Distance
1105 miles (1779 km)
Average bus duration
31h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
$127 (€102)
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
32h 10m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:25 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
4 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $57 (€46)

Bus providers: FlixBus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TXYou can travel by bus between Detroit, MI to Houston, TX with FlixBus for as low as $57 (€46). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37h 45m
Cheapest Price
$146 (€117)
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

FAQs: Bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX can start from as little as $127 (€102) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Detroit, MI to Houston, TX is $231 (€187) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX is 32h 10m to travel the 1105 miles (1779 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX leaves at 11:25 PM.
There are 8 buses a day from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Houston, TX. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Detroit, MI and Houston, TX and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Houston, TX from Detroit, MI is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 32h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Detroit, MI and Houston, TX including taking a bus, flight, and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX for bus company FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Houston, TX are:
  • Space Center Houston, an educational complex offering exhibits and tours related to NASA's space exploration
  • Houston Museum of Natural Science, featuring extensive collections of fossils, gems, and ancient artifacts
  • Houston Zoo, home to over 6,000 animals from around the world in a lush, 55-acre park
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, showcasing a diverse collection of art from antiquity to the present
  • Buffalo Bayou Park, a 160-acre green space with trails, gardens, and views of the downtown skyline.
The best things to do in Houston, TX include:
  • Visit the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the largest livestock exhibition and rodeo in the world, featuring concerts and carnival attractions
  • Explore the vibrant street art and murals in the Houston Heights neighborhood
  • Enjoy a performance at the Houston Symphony, offering a range of classical and contemporary music
  • Discover the culinary scene with a food tour in the diverse neighborhoods of Houston
  • Attend a game at Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros, for an exciting baseball experience.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Since neither Detroit, MI nor Houston, TX are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In Houston, TX, travelers should be cautious of common urban safety concerns such as petty theft, pickpocketing, and vehicle break-ins, especially in crowded areas and tourist hotspots. Scams to watch out for include fake ticket sellers, overcharging by unofficial taxi or ride-share drivers, and street vendors offering counterfeit goods. Staying in well-lit areas, using authorized transportation, and securing personal belongings can help minimize risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX

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Houston
The major bus station for departures in Detroit is Detroit, Greyhound Terminal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Detroit, Greyhound Terminal for your trip from Detroit to Houston.
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