How to get from Detroit to Atlanta, GA

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Atlanta, GA from Detroit. 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
16h 20m
£55
£68
10
Flight
2h 10m
£22
£135
28

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

You can reach Atlanta, GA with just £22 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 £58
Saturday
from £60
Sunday
from £41
Monday
from £22
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £22
Thursday
from £68

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £58
  • Greyhound US
    24h 25m
    0
    08:20
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    08:45
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £64
  • FlixBus
    22h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    05:40
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £64
  • FlixBus
    22h 40m
    0
    10:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    09:25
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £64

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £60
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • Greyhound US
    27h 10m
    0
    20:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:25
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £71

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    19h 31m
    0
    14:28
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    09:59
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £41
  • Spirit Airlines
    24h 8m
    0
    19:42
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    19:50
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £54
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 58m
    0
    11:37
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    19:35
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £234
  • American Airlines
    4h 27m
    0
    06:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    10:27
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from £325
  • United Airlines
    6h 21m
    0
    09:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    15:21
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £326
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £67
  • FlixBus
    22h 40m
    0
    10:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    09:25
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £76
  • FlixBus
    22h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    05:40
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 13m
    0
    05:50
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    08:03
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £22
  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 10m
    0
    14:50
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    17:00
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £22
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 11m
    0
    10:36
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    12:47
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £26
  • Frontier Airlines
    30h 6m
    0
    11:07
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    17:13
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £44
  • JetBlue Airways
    8h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    14:47
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £171
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £56
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £67
  • Greyhound US
    27h 10m
    0
    20:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:25
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 13m
    0
    05:50
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    08:03
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £22
  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 10m
    0
    14:50
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    17:00
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £22
  • JetBlue Airways
    8h 49m
    0
    06:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    14:49
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £170
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 58m
    0
    11:37
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    19:35
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £229
  • United Airlines
    6h 21m
    0
    09:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    15:21
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £310
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £68
  • Greyhound US
    27h 25m
    0
    20:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:40
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £69
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £68
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
  • Greyhound US
    19h 25m
    0
    20:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    15:40
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £92

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

You can get to Atlanta, GA from Detroit in just 2h 10m 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 16h 20m
Saturday
from 16h 20m
Sunday
from 4h 27m
Monday
from 2h 10m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 2h 10m
Thursday
from 16h 20m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £58
  • FlixBus
    22h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    05:40
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £64
  • FlixBus
    22h 40m
    0
    10:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    09:25
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £64
  • Greyhound US
    24h 25m
    0
    08:20
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    08:45
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £64

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £60
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • Greyhound US
    27h 10m
    0
    20:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:25
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £71

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • American Airlines
    4h 27m
    0
    06:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    10:27
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from £325
  • United Airlines
    6h 21m
    0
    09:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    15:21
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £326
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 58m
    0
    11:37
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    19:35
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £234
  • Frontier Airlines
    19h 31m
    0
    14:28
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    09:59
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £41
  • Spirit Airlines
    24h 8m
    0
    19:42
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    19:50
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £54
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £55
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £67
  • FlixBus
    22h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    05:40
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77
  • FlixBus
    22h 40m
    0
    10:45
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    09:25
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £76

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 10m
    0
    14:50
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    17:00
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £22
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 11m
    0
    10:36
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    12:47
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £26
  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 13m
    0
    05:50
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    08:03
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £22
  • JetBlue Airways
    8h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    14:47
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £171
  • Frontier Airlines
    30h 6m
    0
    11:07
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    17:13
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £44
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £56
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £67
  • Greyhound US
    27h 10m
    0
    20:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:25
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 10m
    0
    14:50
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    17:00
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £22
  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 13m
    0
    05:50
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    08:03
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £22
  • United Airlines
    6h 21m
    0
    09:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    15:21
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £310
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 58m
    0
    11:37
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    19:35
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £229
  • JetBlue Airways
    8h 49m
    0
    06:00
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    14:49
    Atlanta Airport
    Atlanta Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £170
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £68
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
  • Greyhound US
    27h 25m
    0
    20:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:40
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £69

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 20m
    0
    06:40
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    23:00
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £68
  • Greyhound US
    16h 45m
    0
    19:30
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    12:15
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
  • Greyhound US
    19h 25m
    0
    20:15
    Detroit
    Central Coach Station
    15:40
    Atlanta, GA
    Garnett Transit Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £92
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Detroit to Atlanta, GA

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

In Detroit, you will usually depart from Central Coach Station, Amtrak or Park Avenue, while in Atlanta, GA you will be arriving at Garnett Transit Station, Southeastern Stages Coach Station or Civic Center MARTA Station, 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 Atlanta, GA from Detroit? 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 Detroit and Atlanta, GA, you can pay as low as £22 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 Atlanta, GA in just 2h 10m.

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 Detroit and Atlanta, GA are Greyhound US, Spirit Airlines and FlixBus, 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 Detroit and Atlanta, GA 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 Windsor, ON or to Druid Hills, GA, and look at flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, and landing at Atlanta 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 Detroit to Atlanta, GA?

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

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Frontier Airlines and 2 more.

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Detroit to Atlanta, GA

How can I reach Atlanta, GA from Detroit?

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

How far is Atlanta, GA from Detroit?

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

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

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 Detroit to Atlanta, GA?

You can get to Atlanta, GA with just £22 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

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

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 Atlanta, GA in just 2h 10m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

More routes to Detroit and to Atlanta, GA

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

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