How far is New York City from Detroit by coach?

The journey from Detroit to New York City by coach covers an approximate distance of 480 miles (775 km).

What is the best way to go from Detroit to New York City without flying?

To travel from Detroit to New York City without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Detroit to New York City from £64 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 28 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	15h 45m	04:05	New York Port Authority	CheapestFastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 17m	18:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	21h 20m	04:00	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	23h 5m	05:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 17m	18:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 29 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	15h 45m	04:05	New York Port Authority	CheapestFastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 17m	18:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	21h 20m	04:00	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	23h 5m	05:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 17m	18:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 30 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	19h 10m	17:15	New York (Hudson Yards)	Cheapest
	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	15h 45m	04:05	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	21h 20m	04:00	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 1 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	18h 15m	16:20	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	15h 45m	04:05	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	21h 20m	04:00	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 2 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	1d 6h	06:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Cheapest
	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	15h 45m	04:05	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	21h 20m	04:00	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 3 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	15h 45m	04:05	New York Port Authority	CheapestFastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 12m	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	21h 20m	04:00	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	23h 20m	06:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 21 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

21h 20mAverage duration

481 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£64 - £253	Average duration21h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£109 - £931	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and New York City?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in New York City

A
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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B
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
C
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,398 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 23 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the staff, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £64

Greyhound Detroit New York City recent customer reviews

Bus reached late to destination by 2 hours late so i have missed the next connecting bus so that additional charges applies

Naga Santhosh M.

25 December 2023

I would never ride Greyhound again. Staff so rude, buses always late, just a big inconvenience.

Neshell S.

22 August 2023

If I have review the workers I will give them 000 Workers are rude nasty including driver. And bus was really dirty and smell

Kazi I.

26 July 2021

FlixBus

3.5/511,454 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Detroit, MI to New York City

How far is New York City from Detroit by coach?
The journey from Detroit to New York City by coach covers an approximate distance of 480 miles (775 km).
What is the best way to go from Detroit to New York City without flying?
To travel from Detroit to New York City without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/11

£84

25/11

£169

Today

£163

27/11

£101

28/11

£86

29/11

£137

30/11

£182

01/12

£96

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to New York City was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £84

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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £84 to £1,083 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £86, which is on 2025-11-28.

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.