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Today8 Aug
from US$176
Tomorrow9 Aug
from US$125
Sun10 Aug
from US$129
Mon11 Aug
Tue12 Aug
from US$85
Wed13 Aug
from US$86
Thu14 Aug
from US$96
Fri15 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 August at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Detroit

Average priceUS$85 - US$230Average duration1d 1h
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$236 - US$296Average 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, 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
1d 1hAverage duration
US$85Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$117
Average bus trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance612 miles
Latest bus departure22:00

Boston to Detroit Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Detroit from Boston, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

  1. What's the distance between Boston and Detroit by coach?

    The journey from Boston to Detroit by coach covers an approximate distance of 611 miles (986 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Boston to Detroit without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/08
US$143
07/08
US$126
Today
US$188
09/08
US$123
10/08
US$133
11/08
US$121
12/08
US$77
13/08
US$79
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 12 Aug 2025 with a price of US$77

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

You can expect to pay from US$77 to US$555 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$77, which is on 2025-08-12.

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, MA, US to Detroit, MI?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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