How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia start from $99. The average price for this route is around $142. 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 Detroit to Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Detroit to Philadelphia is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 711 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Philadelphia at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Philadelphia 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 Detroit to Philadelphia?

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 5752 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Detroit to Philadelphia from $100 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Detroit to Philadelphia on February 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	21h 20m	9:15am	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	14h	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 30m	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	18h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	20h 50m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Philadelphia on February 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	14h	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 30m	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	18h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	20h 50m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 30m	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Philadelphia on February 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 45m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	14h	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 30m	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	18h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	20h 50m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Philadelphia on February 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 45m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	14h	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 29m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	18h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	20h 50m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Philadelphia on February 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	14h	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 29m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	18h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	20h 50m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 29m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Philadelphia on February 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	16h 45m	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	14h	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 29m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	18h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	20h 50m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Philadelphia on February 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	14h	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 29m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	18h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	20h 50m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 29m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Philadelphia on February 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	14h	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 29m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	18h 50m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55am	Detroit Bus Station	20h 50m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 29m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:29 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

20h 50mAverage Duration

711 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $299	Average Duration20h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$218 - $515	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Philadelphia?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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B
Philadelphia Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,757 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA 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 Detroit to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia start from $99. The average price for this route is around $142. 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 Detroit to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Philadelphia is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 711 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Philadelphia at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Detroit to Philadelphia 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 Detroit to Philadelphia?
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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

02-08

$244

02-09

$200

Today

$231

02-11

$164

02-12

$143

02-13

$146

02-14

$181

02-15

$131

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 15, 2026 with a price of $131

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $131 to $1,071 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $131 which is on 2026-02-15.

Usually Amtrak 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.