How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start at R 1 084. The average price for this route is around R 2 283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Detroit is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 723 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Detroit route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Peter Pan , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Detroit at 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Detroit produces an estimated 18 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 Philadelphia to Detroit?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6381 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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.

Bus Philadelphia to Detroit from R 1 140 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	21h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	19h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 20m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 20m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	19h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	19h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 20m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	21h	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	19h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 20m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	19h 15m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 35m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	19h	22:55	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h 20m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	19h	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 084, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

19h 40mAverage duration

723 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 084 - R 5 000	Average duration19h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 728 - R 11 527	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Detroit?

Stops in Philadelphia

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

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 485 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Peter Pan

4/56 414 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

FlixBus

3.5/511 945 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI 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 Philadelphia to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start at R 1 084. The average price for this route is around R 2 283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Detroit is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 723 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Detroit route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Peter Pan, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Detroit at 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Detroit?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Detroit produces an estimated 18 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 Philadelphia to Detroit?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6381 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Detroit?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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.

Best price found

04/01

R 3 002

05/01

R 2 205

Today

R 1 979

07/01

R 1 886

08/01

R 1 476

09/01

R 2 146

10/01

R 1 886

11/01

R 1 828

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 476

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 476 to R 3 236 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 476, which is on 2026-01-08.