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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | New York Port Authority | Detroit Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
| New York Port Authority | Detroit Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
| New York Port Authority | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Detroit Bus Station | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to DetroitAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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What is the travel distance from New York City to Detroit?
The distance between New York City and Detroit is approximately 775 km (480 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from New York City to Detroit?
Buses departing from New York Port Authority in New York City will take you to Detroit Bus Station in Detroit.
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The cheapest trip from New York City to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Sep 22, 2025 with a price of US$85To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$85 to US$211 for a bus ticket from New York City to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$85 which is on 2025-09-22.
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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 New York City and Detroit!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New York City to Detroit, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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