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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge | Detroit Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Detroit Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Boston (South Station) | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Brookline | Detroit Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2026-02-09 EST.
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Boston and Detroit?
Stops in Boston
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
- D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA - E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA - F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Detroit start from $109. The average price for this route is around $162. 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 Boston to Detroit?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Detroit is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 986 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Detroit route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times 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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Detroit?
A bus trip from Boston to Detroit generates an estimated 25 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 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 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston 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 Boston 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 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.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $139To 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 $139 to $344 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 $139 which is on 2026-02-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
