How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Boston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Boston start at R 1 317. The average price for this route is around R 1 817. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Detroit to Boston?

The average bus journey time from Detroit to Boston is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 981 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Boston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Boston?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Boston at 11:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Boston produces an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Detroit to Boston?

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 Boston?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Detroit to Boston?

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 Boston?

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 Boston from R 1 346 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to Boston on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	05:40	Brookline	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	22h 55m	11:15	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	23h 45m	21:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	19:20	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	1d 16h	14:45	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Boston on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	19:20	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	Cheapest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	23:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	22h 55m	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	23:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Boston on 2 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	05:40	Brookline	Cheapest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	23h 5m	11:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Boston on 3 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	23h 45m	21:50	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	20:24	Back Bay Station	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	23h 5m	11:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	05:40	Brookline	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Boston on 4 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:00	Detroit Bus Station	22h 50m	21:50	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55	Detroit Bus Station	23h 20m	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:00	Detroit Bus Station	1d 6h	05:40	Brookline	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Boston on 5 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:00	Detroit Bus Station	1d 6h	05:40	Brookline	Cheapest
	23:00	Detroit Bus Station	22h 50m	21:50	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:55	Detroit Bus Station	23h 20m	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:20 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 317, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

981 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 317 - R 5 598	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 089 - R 19 111	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 90kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Boston?

Stops in Detroit

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

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Riverside Bus Station
335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
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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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Boston start at R 1 317. The average price for this route is around R 1 817. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Detroit to Boston?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to Boston is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 981 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Boston at 11:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Boston?
A bus trip from Detroit to Boston produces an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Boston?
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 Boston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Detroit to Boston?
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 Boston?
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

27/01

R 2 564

28/01

R 2 273

Today

R 2 773

30/01

R 2 112

31/01

R 6 966

01/02

R 1 475

02/02

R 1 653

03/02

R 2 080

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 475

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 Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 475 to R 16 866 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 475, which is on 2026-02-01.

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.