Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | East Side Transfer Center | Detroit Bus Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Rockford, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
 | East Side Transfer Center | Detroit Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Rockford, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| Rockford, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 21/11/2025 CST.
Get from Rockford to Detroit
The journey takes about 9 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rockford, IL to Detroit, MI
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Rockford to Detroit?
The cheapest coach tickets from Rockford to Detroit start from £40. The average price for this route is around £53. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rockford to Detroit?
The average bus journey time from Rockford to Detroit is 9h 59m, covering a distance of 301 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Rockford to Detroit route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rockford to Detroit?
The earliest bus departs from Rockford to Detroit at 08:15. And the latest bus departs at 15:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rockford to Detroit?
A bus journey from Rockford to Detroit produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Rockford to Detroit?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £35To 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 £35 to £263 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 £35, 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.
