How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Detroit cost?

The bus ticket price from New York City to Detroit starts at R 1 366. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Detroit 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 New York City to Detroit?

The average travel time between New York City and Detroit is around 21h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 46m. This is the time it takes to travel the 775 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Detroit?

The number of buses from New York City to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Detroit by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from New York City to Detroit?

When taking the bus from New York City to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, New York Trailways, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Detroit?

Buses travelling between New York City and Detroit leave from GW Bridge or New York Port Authority and arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

Bus New York City to Detroit from R 1 319 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New York City to Detroit on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	17h 25m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	16h 55m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:35	GW Bridge	19h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Detroit on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	17h 25m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	16h 55m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:35	GW Bridge	19h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Detroit on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:45	Chinatown	20h	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	16h 55m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	17h 25m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	17h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Detroit on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:00	New York (Hudson Yards)	20h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	16h 55m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	17h 25m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	17h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Detroit on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:00	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	21h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	16h 55m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	17h 25m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	17h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Detroit on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	17h 25m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	16h 55m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:35	GW Bridge	19h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	17h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Detroit on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	17h 25m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	16h 55m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:35	GW Bridge	19h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Detroit on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:40	New York Port Authority	17h 25m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	16h 55m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 5m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:35	GW Bridge	19h 30m	09:05	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	19h 45m	15:45	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 21 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 366, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

21h 45mAverage duration

774 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 366 - R 8 462	Average duration21h 45m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 190 - R 7 794	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 37 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.8-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the temperature, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 375

Greyhound New York City Detroit recent customer reviews

My last trip was cancelled and there is nobody who entertain or guide me regarding that it was worst experience

Zia Ul H.

2 October 2023

Poor customer service and unfriendly staff. Was not able to be refunded for ticket after explaining issue to them.

Mario A.

24 August 2019

We travel to Detroit Michigan, stop at caveland Ohio to change the drivers and it was 01.50 am at midnight but they told us bus has problems so we can anywhere but it was look like there were no drivers available to take us Detroit MI so we have to stay all night at bus stop and I have a kids with me It was entirely a nightmare for us Next morning Sunday at 9 am they arranged another bus after several requests Then we reached at home at 1.30 Detroit

Abdul Hady Salim I.

21 October 2018

New York Trailways

4/54 412 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/511 373 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11373 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 322

FlixBus New York City Detroit recent customer reviews

Horrible, The buses were freezing, water was leaking everywhere, Every bus was late except the very last one, The drivers was rude, nasty and so unhelpful. The wifi or plug stations did not work. Never again.

Neshell S.

20 July 2023

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

Stops in New York City

A - GW Bridge

B - New York Port Authority

C - Chinatown

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

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

How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Detroit cost?
The bus ticket price from New York City to Detroit starts at R 1 366. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Detroit 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 New York City to Detroit?
The average travel time between New York City and Detroit is around 21h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 46m. This is the time it takes to travel the 775 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Detroit?
The number of buses from New York City to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 24 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Detroit by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New York City to Detroit?
When taking the bus from New York City to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, New York Trailways, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Detroit?
Buses travelling between New York City and Detroit leave from GW Bridge or New York Port Authority and arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

17/11

R 2 436

18/11

R 2 392

Today

R 2 146

20/11

R 2 023

21/11

R 2 155

22/11

R 1 900

23/11

R 1 829

24/11

R 2 216

The cheapest trip from New York City to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 829

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Detroit, MI as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 829 to R 3 157 for a bus ticket from New York City to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 829, which is on 2025-11-23.