How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start from $91. The average price for this route is around $187. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Detroit is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 711 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Detroit at 3:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

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

What 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 6381 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Detroit from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Detroit on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	19h 45m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Detroit on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	19h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 20m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Detroit on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	1d 3h	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	19h	10:55pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 20m	9:05am	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	3:45pm	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:57 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

19h 40mAverage Duration

711 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $571	Average Duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$229 - $925	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

3.5/587,456 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Peter Pan

4/56,393 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

FlixBus

3.5/511,779 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start from $91. The average price for this route is around $187. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Detroit is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 711 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Detroit at 3:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Detroit?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Detroit generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What 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 6381 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 4.7 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

12-26

$232

12-27

$169

Today

$298

12-29

$237

12-30

No data

12-31

$188

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $169

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 $169 to $344 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 $188 which is on 2025-12-31.