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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | East Side Transfer Center | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | East Side Transfer Center | No tags |
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Get from Detroit to Rockford
The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Rockford, IL 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 Rockford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Rockford start from $65. The average price for this route is around $87. 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 Rockford?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Rockford is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 301 miles (486 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Rockford route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Rockford?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Rockford at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Rockford?
A bus trip from Detroit to Rockford generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Rockford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Rockford?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Rockford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Detroit to Rockford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Detroit, MI to Rockford, IL was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $72To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to Rockford, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $72 to $75 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Rockford, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-12-15.
