Bus from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Schuylkill & WalnutCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
21h 10mAverage duration
443 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£67 - £254Average duration21h 10m
18kg CO₂e
Average price£157 - £810Average duration1d 11h
65kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia start from £67. The average price for this route is around £96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from Detroit to Philadelphia is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 443 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 14h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Detroit to Philadelphia route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

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

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

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

    A bus journey from Detroit to Philadelphia produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    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.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    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.

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26/11
£179
27/11
£107
Today
£118
29/11
£147
30/11
No data
01/12
£93
02/12
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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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £93 to £538 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £93, which is on 2025-12-01.

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