How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start from £66. The average price for this route is around £103. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Detroit is 19h 45m, covering a distance of 449 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Peter Pan , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Detroit at 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Detroit?

A bus journey from Philadelphia to Detroit produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Detroit?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6332 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Detroit?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Detroit?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Detroit from £66 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	20h 40m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	20h 40m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	20:15	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	1d 2h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	20:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 19 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

19h 45mAverage duration

449 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£66 - £261	Average duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£117 - £485	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Detroit?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Peter Pan

4/56,356 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

FlixBus

3.5/511,502 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start from £66. The average price for this route is around £103. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Detroit is 19h 45m, covering a distance of 449 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Peter Pan, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Detroit at 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Detroit?
A bus journey from Philadelphia to Detroit produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6332 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

30/11

£214

01/12

£156

Today

£80

03/12

£101

04/12

£66

05/12

£73

06/12

No data

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £66

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

You can expect to pay from £66 to £259 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £66, which is on 2025-12-04.