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Today1 Aug
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Fri8 Aug

Next departures to Detroit

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Rockford
    Departure location: East Side Transfer Center
    Arrival time: 6 August 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: 5 August at
    Departure city: Rockford
    Departure location: Rockford, IL
    Arrival time: 6 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Rockford
    Departure location: Rockford, IL
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Rockford
    Departure location: East Side Transfer Center
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Rockford
    Departure location: East Side Transfer Center
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Rockford, IL to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$62
Average bus trip duration13h 5m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure08:15
Distance301 miles
Latest bus departure15:55

Rockford to Detroit Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rockford, IL - Detroit, MI

  1. How far is Detroit from Rockford by coach?

    The journey from Rockford to Detroit by coach covers an approximate distance of 302 miles (487 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Detroit from Rockford without flying?

    To travel from Rockford to Detroit without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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30/07
US$70
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US$54
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05/08
US$52
06/08
US$43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rockford, IL to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 6 Aug 2025 with a price of US$43

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

You can expect to pay from US$43 to US$444 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$43, which is on 2025-08-06.

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

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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rockford to Detroit will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less 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!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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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