How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Providence?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Providence start at R 2 051. The average price for this route is around R 2 976. 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 Providence?

The average bus journey time from Detroit to Providence is 23h 35m, covering a distance of 963 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Providence route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Providence at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Providence produces an estimated 24 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 Providence?

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 5627 reviews.

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

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 Providence?

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 Providence?

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 Providence from R 5 324 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to Providence on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	23:29	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Providence on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	23:29	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Providence on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Providence on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Providence on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	23:07	Providence Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	23:07	Providence Station	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	00:26	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Providence on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	23:29	Providence Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	1d	22:20	Providence Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:56 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 23 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 051, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

23h 35mAverage duration

963 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 051 - R 7 676	Average duration23h 35m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 7 498 - R 13 079	Average duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Providence?

Stops in Detroit

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

A
Providence Downtown
99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
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B
Downtown
Broadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
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C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904
D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903
E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA
F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 432 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Providence 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 Providence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Providence start at R 2 051. The average price for this route is around R 2 976. 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 Providence?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to Providence is 23h 35m, covering a distance of 963 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Providence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Providence?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Providence at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Providence?
A bus trip from Detroit to Providence produces an estimated 24 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 Providence?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Providence?
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 Providence?
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 Providence?
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

13/12

R 7 346

14/12

R 4 442

Today

R 5 324

16/12

R 6 032

17/12

R 7 449

18/12

R 10 232

19/12

No data

20/12

R 8 037

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Providence was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 442

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 Providence as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 442 to R 20 636 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 032, which is on 2025-12-16.