Bus Tickets from Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US

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from US$99
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from US$115
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 14 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Brookline
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Boston

Average PriceUS$80 - US$299Average Duration1d 2h
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$251 - US$674Average Duration1d 14h
89kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
US$80Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$111
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure12:20pm
Distance986 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Detroit to Boston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Boston, MA, US

  1. What is the distance between Detroit and Boston?

    It's about 986 km (611 miles) from Detroit to Boston.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Detroit to Boston?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Detroit Bus Station, in Detroit, and end it at Back Bay Station, in Boston.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-09
US$463
08-10
US$294
Today
US$179
08-12
US$92
08-13
US$99
08-14
US$98
08-15
US$294
08-16
US$272
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Aug 12, 2025 with a price of US$92

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 Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$92 to US$1,216 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$92 which is on 2025-08-12.

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.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US?

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