How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Providence?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Providence start from $119. The average price for this route is around $182. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Providence?

The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Providence is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 597 miles (963 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Providence route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Providence?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Providence at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Providence?

A bus trip from Detroit to Providence generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Detroit to Providence?

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 5654 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Providence?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Providence?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Providence?

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.

Bus Detroit to Providence from $240 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Detroit to Providence on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	11:55am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	11:07pm	Providence Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	12:05am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	11:07pm	Providence Station	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	11:07pm	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Providence on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	12:05am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	11:55am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	11:29pm	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Providence on December 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	12:05am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	11:55am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	11:29pm	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Providence on December 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	12:05am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	11:55am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	11:29pm	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Providence on December 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	11:55am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	10:35pm	Providence Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	12:05am	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	10:35pm	Providence Station	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 1h	10:35pm	Providence Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 3:09 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours and with fares starting at just $119, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

597 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$119 - $445	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$551 - $757	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Providence?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Providence

A
Providence Downtown
99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
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B
Downtown
Broadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
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C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904
D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903
E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA
F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,677 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,453 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Providence by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Providence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Providence start from $119. The average price for this route is around $182. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Providence?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Providence is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 597 miles (963 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Providence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Providence?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Providence at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Providence?
A bus trip from Detroit to Providence generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Providence?
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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Providence?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Providence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Providence?
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.

Best price found

12/24

$298

12/25

$491

Today

No data

12/27

$465

12/28

$465

12/29

$431

12/30

$267

12/31

$406

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Providence was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $267

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 Providence, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $267 to $1,552 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $267 which is on 2025-12-30.