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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | State College Bus Station | Detroit Bus Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | N. Atherton Street Bus Terminal | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | State College Arpt (E) | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| N. Atherton Street Bus Terminal | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Get from State College to Detroit
The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in State College and Detroit?
Stops in State College
- A445-459 Railroad Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from State College to Detroit, MI
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from State College to Detroit?
The cheapest coach tickets from State College to Detroit start from £64. The average price for this route is around £88. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from State College to Detroit?
The average bus journey time from State College to Detroit is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 288 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the State College to Detroit route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from State College to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from State College to Detroit at 10:25. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from State College to Detroit?
A bus journey from State College to Detroit produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from State College 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 5652 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from State College to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from State College to Detroit?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from State College to Detroit?
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.
The cheapest trip from State College to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of £114To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from State College to Detroit, MI as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £114 to £389 for a bus ticket from State College to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £133, which is on 2025-12-26.
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.
