Bus from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Detroit on December 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Boston (South Station)
Detroit Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Detroit Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brookline
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brookline
Detroit Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 12:45 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 7hAverage Duration
607 milesDistance
24kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$94 - $399Average Duration1d 7h
24kg CO₂e
Average Price$224 - $470Average Duration1d 6h
90kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Detroit?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Detroit start from $94. The average price for this route is around $156. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Boston to Detroit?

    The average bus trip duration from Boston to Detroit is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 607 miles (979 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Boston to Detroit route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, Peter Pan, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Detroit?

    The earliest bus departs from Boston to Detroit at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Detroit?

    A bus trip from Boston to Detroit generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Boston to Detroit?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Detroit?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Boston to Detroit?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston 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 4.7 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
12/07
$203
12/08
$170
Today
$107
12/10
$110
12/11
$137
12/12
$159
12/13
$120
12/14
$163
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $107

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 $107 to $203 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 $110 which is on 2025-12-10.

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