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What is the best way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Detroit?

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Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
14h 55m
£55
£69
14
Flight
4h 14m
£99
£274
55

What is the cheapest way to reach Detroit from Charlotte, NC?

You can reach Detroit with just £55 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £55
Saturday
from £55
Sunday
from £56
Monday
from £55
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:00
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55
  • Greyhound US
    21h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £76
  • Greyhound US
    24h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £76
  • FlixBus
    27h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Charlotte, NC
    Freedom Drive 3301
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £76
  • FlixBus
    25h 30m
    0
    14:10
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    15:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    21h 45m
    0
    12:29
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £104
  • Allegiant Air
    13h 21m
    0
    20:53
    Concord Regional Airport
    Concord Regional Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from £178
  • United Airlines
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £206
  • Skyscanner
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £207
  • Allegiant Air
    42h 53m
    0
    20:53
    Concord Regional Airport
    Concord Regional Airport
    15:46
    Windsor International Airport
    Windsor International Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from £299
  • Skyscanner
    6h 1m
    0
    09:20
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    15:21
    Windsor International Airport
    Windsor International Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £537

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:00
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55
  • Greyhound US
    21h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £73
  • FlixBus
    27h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Charlotte, NC
    Freedom Drive 3301
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £75
  • FlixBus
    25h 30m
    0
    14:10
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    15:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £76
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    22h 13m
    0
    13:22
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    11:35
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £99
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 58m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    18:58
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £136
  • Skyscanner
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £207
  • Skyscanner
    7h 9m
    0
    10:30
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    17:39
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £207
  • United Airlines
    5h 22m
    0
    08:05
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    13:27
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207
  • Frontier Airlines
    22h 21m
    0
    17:25
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    15:46
    Windsor International Airport
    Windsor International Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £396

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:00
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £56
  • Greyhound US
    21h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £71
  • FlixBus
    27h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Charlotte, NC
    Freedom Drive 3301
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
  • FlixBus
    25h 30m
    0
    14:10
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    15:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    24h 52m
    0
    17:59
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    18:51
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £118
  • Frontier Airlines
    28h 45m
    0
    19:14
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    23:59
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £139
  • Skyscanner
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £207
  • United Airlines
    5h 22m
    0
    08:05
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    13:27
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207
  • United Airlines
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    14h 55m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:00
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • Greyhound US
    24h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
  • FlixBus
    25h 30m
    0
    14:10
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    15:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
  • FlixBus
    27h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Charlotte, NC
    Freedom Drive 3301
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73

What are the fastest trips from Charlotte, NC to Detroit?

You can get to Detroit from Charlotte, NC in just 4h 14m with a Flight from United 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 4h 14m
Saturday
from 4h 14m
Sunday
from 4h 14m
Monday
from 14h 55m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £206
  • Skyscanner
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £207
  • Skyscanner
    6h 1m
    0
    09:20
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    15:21
    Windsor International Airport
    Windsor International Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £537
  • Porter Airlines
    11h 39m
    0
    20:24
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    08:03
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Porter Airlines
    Economy
    from £743
  • Allegiant Air
    13h 21m
    0
    20:53
    Concord Regional Airport
    Concord Regional Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from £178
  • Frontier Airlines
    21h 45m
    0
    12:29
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £104
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:00
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55
  • Greyhound US
    21h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £76
  • Greyhound US
    24h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £76
  • FlixBus
    25h 30m
    0
    14:10
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    15:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77
  • FlixBus
    27h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Charlotte, NC
    Freedom Drive 3301
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £76

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Skyscanner
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £207
  • United Airlines
    5h 22m
    0
    08:05
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    13:27
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207
  • Skyscanner
    6h 2m
    0
    09:20
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    15:22
    Windsor International Airport
    Windsor International Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £438
  • Skyscanner
    7h 9m
    0
    10:30
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    17:39
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £207
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 58m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    18:58
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £136
  • Skyscanner
    17h 47m
    0
    15:35
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    09:22
    Windsor International Airport
    Windsor International Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £640
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:00
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55
  • Greyhound US
    21h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £73
  • FlixBus
    25h 30m
    0
    14:10
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    15:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £76
  • FlixBus
    27h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Charlotte, NC
    Freedom Drive 3301
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £75

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Skyscanner
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £207
  • United Airlines
    4h 14m
    0
    06:00
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    10:14
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207
  • United Airlines
    5h 22m
    0
    08:05
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    13:27
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £207
  • Frontier Airlines
    24h 52m
    0
    17:59
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    18:51
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £118
  • Frontier Airlines
    28h 45m
    0
    19:14
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    23:59
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £139
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:00
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £56
  • Greyhound US
    21h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £71
  • FlixBus
    25h 30m
    0
    14:10
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    15:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • FlixBus
    27h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Charlotte, NC
    Freedom Drive 3301
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    14h 55m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    17:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55
  • Greyhound US
    15h 10m
    0
    02:50
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:00
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • Greyhound US
    24h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    18:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
  • FlixBus
    25h 30m
    0
    14:10
    Charlotte, NC
    W Trade St
    15:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
  • FlixBus
    27h 0m
    0
    06:55
    Charlotte, NC
    Freedom Drive 3301
    09:55
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Charlotte, NC to Detroit

What are the most popular stations in Charlotte, NC and Detroit?

In Charlotte, NC, you will usually depart from Freedom Drive 3301, W Trade St or Church St, 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 Charlotte, NC? With 10 connections between 2 Flight and Bus 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 Charlotte, NC and Detroit, you can pay as low as £55 with a Bus from Greyhound US.

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 United Airlines: you will get to Detroit in just 4h 14m.

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 Charlotte, NC and Detroit are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Skyscanner, 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 Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte Airport or to Windsor, ON, and look at flights from Concord Regional 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 Charlotte, NC to Detroit?

The most popular companies between Charlotte, NC and Detroit, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Skyscanner. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Skyscanner, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Charlotte, NC to Detroit

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC to Detroit

How can I reach Detroit from Charlotte, NC?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Detroit from Charlotte, NC.

How far is Detroit from Charlotte, NC?

The distance between Charlotte, NC and Detroit is 816.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Charlotte, NC 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 22 kgs of CO2, a train 29 kgs, a car 139 kgs, and a flight 201 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Charlotte, NC to Detroit?

You can get to Detroit with just £55 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlotte, NC 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 4h 14m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Charlotte, NC and to Detroit

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

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