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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | East Side Transfer Center | Detroit Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Rockford, IL | Amtrak Station | Fastest | |||||
| Rockford, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| Rockford, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| Rockford, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2025-11-21 CST.
Get from Rockford to Detroit
The journey takes about 9 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rockford, IL to Detroit, MI 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 Rockford to Detroit?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rockford to Detroit start from $74. The average price for this route is around $98. 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 Rockford to Detroit?
The average bus travel time from Rockford to Detroit is 9h 59m, covering a distance of 486 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Rockford to Detroit route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rockford to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Detroit at 8:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Detroit?
A bus trip from Rockford to Detroit generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rockford 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rockford 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 Rockford 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 Rockford, IL to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $65To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rockford, IL to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $65 to $487 for a bus ticket from Rockford, IL to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-03.
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.
