Next departures to Detroit
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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
- Departure time: June 19 atDeparture city: RockfordDeparture location: Rockford, ILArrival time: June 19 atDestination city: DetroitDestination location: Amtrak StationOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 19 atDeparture city: RockfordDeparture location: East Side Transfer CenterArrival time: June 20 atDestination city: DetroitDestination location: Detroit Bus StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 19 atDeparture city: RockfordDeparture location: Rockford, ILArrival time: June 19 atDestination city: DetroitDestination location: Amtrak StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: June 19 atDeparture city: RockfordDeparture location: Rockford, ILArrival time: June 19 atDestination city: DetroitDestination location: Amtrak StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
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Bus Rockford to Detroit: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rockford (IL) - Detroit (MI)
How long is the trip from Rockford to Detroit by bus?
The bus ride from Rockford to Detroit takes 13h 5m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Detroit in about 7h 30m.
What is the travel distance from Rockford to Detroit?
The distance between Rockford and Detroit is approximately 487 km (302 miles).
What is the cheapest way to get from Rockford to Detroit?
The least expensive way to go from Rockford to Detroit would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$1, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Rockford to Detroit?
The bus from Rockford to Detroit will cost you US$1, on average.
Is there an overnight bus from Rockford to Detroit?
Yes! If you're heading from Rockford to Detroit, you'll find buses departing until 3:55pm and arriving the next day.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rockford to Detroit was searched and found on Jun 19, 2025 with a price of US$50To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockford to Detroit, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$50 to US$494 for a bus ticket from Rockford to Detroit based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$50 which is on 2025-06-19.
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.
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Bus Travel Tips
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 Rockford and Detroit!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Rockford to Detroit.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rockford to Detroit will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Rockford to Detroit while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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