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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: 30 June atDeparture city: DetroitDeparture location: Detroit Bus StationArrival time: 30 June atDestination city: RockfordDestination location: East Side Transfer CenterOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: 30 June atDeparture city: DetroitDeparture location: Detroit Bus StationArrival time: 1 July atDestination city: RockfordDestination location: East Side Transfer CenterOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to RockfordAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Rockford. The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Rockford, IL
What's the distance between Detroit and Rockford by coach?
The distance between Detroit and Rockford by coach is approximately 302 miles (487 km).
What is the best way to go from Detroit to Rockford without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Detroit to Rockford was searched and found on 26 Jun 2025 with a price of US$53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit to Rockford as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$98 for a bus ticket from Detroit to Rockford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-07-02.
Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.
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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Detroit to Rockford will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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.
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!
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