Bus Tickets from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI

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TodayJul 17
from US$114
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Next departures to Detroit

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: July 18 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station (Train Terminal)
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station (Train Terminal)
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Detroit

Average PriceUS$84 - US$259Average Duration1d
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$236 - US$360Average Duration1d 6h
90kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, and with fares starting at just US$84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d Average Duration
US$84Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Boston to Detroit: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$123
Average Bus Trip Duration1d
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure1:30am
Distance980 km
Latest bus departure8:55pm

Boston to Detroit Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Detroit, MI

  1. What is the distance between Boston and Detroit?

    It's about 986 km (611 miles) from Boston to Detroit.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Boston to Detroit?

    Buses departing from Back Bay Station in Boston will take you to Detroit Bus Station in Detroit.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-15
US$155
07-16
US$95
Today
US$103
07-18
US$103
07-19
US$129
07-20
US$114
07-21
US$115
07-22
US$111
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston to Detroit was searched and found on Jul 16, 2025 with a price of US$95

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston to Detroit, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$95 to US$690 for a bus ticket from Boston to Detroit based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$103 which is on 2025-07-18.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Boston to Detroit.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Boston to Detroit, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Boston to Detroit.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Boston to Detroit?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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