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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 29 August at
    Departure city: Elgin
    Departure location: Shell Station
    Arrival time: 29 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 August at
    Departure city: Elgin
    Departure location: Shell Station
    Arrival time: 30 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Elgin, IL, US to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$71
Average bus trip duration10h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure09:05
Distance270 miles
Latest bus departure17:00

Elgin to Detroit Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Elgin to Detroit, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Elgin, IL, US - Detroit, MI

  1. What's the distance between Elgin and Detroit by coach?

    The distance between Elgin and Detroit by coach is approximately 271 miles (437 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Elgin to Detroit without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Elgin and Detroit!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Elgin to Detroit, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Elgin to Detroit that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Elgin to Detroit, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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