How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit cost?

The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Detroit starts at R 1 023. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The average travel time between Philadelphia and Detroit is around 19h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 712 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Detroit?

The number of buses from Philadelphia to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Detroit by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Detroit?

When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Peter Pan, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit?

Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Detroit leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

Bus Philadelphia to Detroit from R 1 319 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 20m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	21h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	22h 25m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	14:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:10	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	1d 1h	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	19h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:35 PM EST.

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 R 1 023, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

19h 45mAverage duration

713 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 023 - R 5 016	Average duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 517 - R 10 818	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 369 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Peter Pan

4/56 324 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

FlixBus

3.5/511 287 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Detroit?

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

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

How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit cost?
The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Detroit starts at R 1 023. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The average travel time between Philadelphia and Detroit is around 19h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 712 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Detroit?
The number of buses from Philadelphia to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Detroit by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Detroit?
When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Peter Pan, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit?
Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Detroit leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

R 2 296

11/11

R 2 199

Today

R 2 217

13/11

R 1 460

14/11

R 1 618

15/11

R 1 407

16/11

R 1 539

17/11

R 1 759

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 407

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 R 1 407 to R 3 870 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 R 1 407, which is on 2025-11-15.