Find coaches from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI

Next departures

Next departures from Boston to Detroit on 1 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
Detroit Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
Detroit Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
Detroit Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Detroit

Bus
Average priceUS$83 - US$265Average duration1d 2h
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$265 - US$296Average duration1d 6h
90kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours and with fares starting at just US$83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
1d 2hAverage duration
US$83Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$109
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance612 miles
Latest bus departure22:00

Boston to Detroit Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Boston to Detroit is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from Boston to Detroit will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Detroit from Boston, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Detroit, MI

  1. What's the distance between Boston and Detroit by coach?

    The journey from Boston to Detroit by coach covers an approximate distance of 611 miles (986 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Boston to Detroit without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/08
US$157
30/08
US$170
Today
US$137
01/09
US$160
02/09
US$100
03/09
US$110
04/09
US$104
05/09
US$87
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 5 Sept 2025 with a price of US$87

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 US$87 to US$184 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 US$87, which is on 2025-09-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Boston to Detroit.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Boston to Detroit, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Boston to Detroit.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Boston to Detroit.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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