How much does a bus ticket from Detroit to Newark cost?

The bus ticket price from Detroit to Newark starts at R 1 151. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Detroit to Newark is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Newark?

The average travel time between Detroit and Newark is around 17h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 761 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Detroit and Newark?

The number of buses from Detroit to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Detroit to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Detroit to Newark?

When taking the bus from Detroit to Newark, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Greyhound.

Bus Detroit to Newark from R 1 148 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to Newark on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	03:25	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	17h 25m	15:30	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	19h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h 57m	18:27	Penn Station	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	19h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Newark on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:20	Detroit Bus Station	15h 5m	03:25	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	19h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	17h 25m	15:30	Newark Penn Station	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	19h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
23:25	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	03:25	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Newark on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:20	Detroit Bus Station	15h 5m	03:25	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	19h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h 57m	18:27	Penn Station	No tags
	22:05	Detroit Bus Station	17h 25m	15:30	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	21:30	Amtrak Station	19h	16:30	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Newark on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:20	Detroit Bus Station	15h 5m	03:25	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
22:05	Detroit Bus Station	17h 25m	15:30	Newark Penn Station	No tags
23:25	Detroit Bus Station	1d 4h	03:25	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:01 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 17 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

17h 25mAverage duration

761 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 151 - R 4 025	Average duration17h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 865 - R 15 767	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 567 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 355 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87355 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 151

Greyhound Detroit Newark recent customer reviews

While in Pittsburgh the cook / cashier was pretty rude other than that everything was good

Charles M.

27 March 2021

Midway in the journey, bus-rerouted to New York and asked New Jersey passenger side to get off

Ralph E.

28 December 2019

The air conditioning didn't work from detroit all the way to Cleveland and the bus with 30 people and no windows the bus became a small microwave

Dylan L.

8 August 2019

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Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Newark?

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Newark, NJ by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Detroit to Newark cost?
The bus ticket price from Detroit to Newark starts at R 1 151. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Detroit to Newark is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Newark?
The average travel time between Detroit and Newark is around 17h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 761 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Detroit and Newark?
The number of buses from Detroit to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Detroit to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Detroit to Newark?
When taking the bus from Detroit to Newark, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/11

R 1 940

05/11

R 1 940

Today

R 1 993

07/11

R 1 940

08/11

R 1 708

09/11

R 1 762

10/11

R 1 762

11/11

R 1 477

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 477

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 477 to R 23 594 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 477, which is on 2025-11-11.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Newark, NJ?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time17h 25m	Avg priceR 1 845	Daily departures3
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 10h	Avg priceR 8 180	Daily departures1

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