How to get from Atlanta, GA to Detroit

Compare Buses and Flights with just one click and find the best one for you
Compare & Save Millions of buses in one click. Save up to 70%!
The Best Deals Save up to 70%
The Most Choices Millions of routes worldwide
Easy and Transparent Compare offers with 1 click

What is the best way to travel from Atlanta, GA to Detroit?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Detroit from Atlanta, GA. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
15h 50m
£57
£67
6
Flight
1h 57m
£21
£79
30

What is the cheapest way to reach Detroit from Atlanta, GA?

You can reach Detroit with just £21 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £63
Saturday
from £64
Sunday
from £55
Monday
from £23
Tuesday
from £58
Wednesday
from £21
Thursday
from £69

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £63
  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • FlixBus
    20h 55m
    0
    20:50
    Atlanta, GA
    Civic Center MARTA Station
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £64
  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £64
  • FlixBus
    20h 55m
    0
    20:50
    Atlanta, GA
    Civic Center MARTA Station
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £78

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 27m
    0
    22:45
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    10:12
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £55
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 11m
    0
    21:57
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    10:08
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £64
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 11m
    0
    06:15
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:26
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    06:10
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:07
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £69
  • JetBlue Airways
    5h 58m
    0
    16:59
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    22:57
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £220
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £62
  • FlixBus
    20h 55m
    0
    20:50
    Atlanta, GA
    Civic Center MARTA Station
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £70

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 8m
    0
    07:43
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    09:51
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £23
  • Frontier Airlines
    10h 34m
    0
    22:40
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    09:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57
  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    06:10
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:07
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £69
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 11m
    0
    21:57
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    10:08
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £79
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 15m
    0
    15:42
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    22:57
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £161
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £57
  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £58

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £58
  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    06:10
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:07
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £21
  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    17:55
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    19:52
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £21
  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 45m
    0
    18:56
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    21:41
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £41
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 44m
    0
    22:45
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:29
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £46
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 13m
    0
    15:44
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    22:57
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £195
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • FlixBus
    23h 25m
    0
    23:30
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £88

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £69
  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £71
  • FlixBus
    20h 55m
    0
    20:50
    Atlanta, GA
    Civic Center MARTA Station
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £78

What are the fastest trips from Atlanta, GA to Detroit?

You can get to Detroit from Atlanta, GA in just 1h 57m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 15h 50m
Saturday
from 15h 50m
Sunday
from 1h 57m
Monday
from 1h 57m
Tuesday
from 15h 50m
Wednesday
from 1h 57m
Thursday
from 15h 50m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £63
  • FlixBus
    20h 55m
    0
    20:50
    Atlanta, GA
    Civic Center MARTA Station
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £64
  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £64
  • FlixBus
    20h 55m
    0
    20:50
    Atlanta, GA
    Civic Center MARTA Station
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £78

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    06:10
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:07
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £69
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 11m
    0
    06:15
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:26
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • JetBlue Airways
    5h 58m
    0
    16:59
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    22:57
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £220
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 27m
    0
    22:45
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    10:12
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £55
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 11m
    0
    21:57
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    10:08
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £64
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £62
  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    20h 55m
    0
    20:50
    Atlanta, GA
    Civic Center MARTA Station
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £70

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    06:10
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:07
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £69
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 8m
    0
    07:43
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    09:51
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £23
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 15m
    0
    15:42
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    22:57
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £161
  • Frontier Airlines
    10h 34m
    0
    22:40
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    09:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 11m
    0
    21:57
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    10:08
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £79
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £57
  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £58

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £58

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    06:10
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:07
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £21
  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 57m
    0
    17:55
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    19:52
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £21
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 13m
    0
    15:44
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    22:57
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £195
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 44m
    0
    22:45
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    08:29
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £46
  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 45m
    0
    18:56
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    21:41
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £41
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • FlixBus
    23h 25m
    0
    23:30
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £88

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £71
  • Greyhound US
    17h 50m
    0
    05:05
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    22:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £69
  • FlixBus
    20h 55m
    0
    20:50
    Atlanta, GA
    Civic Center MARTA Station
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £78
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Atlanta, GA to Detroit

What are the most popular stations in Atlanta, GA and Detroit?

In Atlanta, GA, you will usually depart from Garnett Transit Station, Southeastern Stages Coach Station or Civic Center MARTA Station, while in Detroit you will be arriving at Central Coach Station, Amtrak or Park Avenue, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Detroit from Atlanta, GA? With 6 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Atlanta, GA and Detroit, you can pay as low as £21 with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Spirit Airlines: you will get to Detroit in just 1h 57m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Atlanta, GA and Detroit are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Atlanta, GA and Detroit is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Druid Hills, GA or to Windsor, ON, and look at flights from Atlanta Airport, and landing at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Atlanta, GA to Detroit?

The most popular companies between Atlanta, GA and Detroit, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and JetBlue Airways

All you need to know when you travel from Atlanta, GA to Detroit

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Atlanta, GA to Detroit. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Atlanta, GA to Detroit

How can I reach Detroit from Atlanta, GA?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Detroit from Atlanta, GA.

How far is Detroit from Atlanta, GA?

The distance between Atlanta, GA and Detroit is 959.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Atlanta, GA and Detroit?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 26 kgs of CO2, a train 34 kgs, a car 163 kgs, and a flight 236 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Atlanta, GA to Detroit?

You can get to Detroit with just £21 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Atlanta, GA to Detroit?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Detroit in just 1h 57m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

More routes to Atlanta, GA and to Detroit

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Atlanta, GA and to Detroit. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

The CheckMyBus App

Free Download

App Store
CheckMyBus App
Close
GPDR CheckMyBus shield

We value your privacy!

To

show

you

the

best

bus

deals,

we

and

our

partners

use

technical,

analytical,

and

marketing

cookies

for

ads

personalisation.

We

remember

your

anonymized

details

to

provide

a

personalized

experience.