Next available departures

Next departures for Detroit to Boston on October 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	20h 20m	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	19h 25m	6:25pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	23h 2m	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Detroit Bus Station	23h 55m	11:00am	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 10m	12:00pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	23h 2m	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 6h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	11:36pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Boston on October 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	19h 25m	6:25pm	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	23h 2m	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Detroit Bus Station	23h 55m	11:00am	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 10m	12:00pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	23h 2m	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 6h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 3h	2:45pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	20h 20m	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Boston on October 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Detroit Bus Station	23h 55m	11:00am	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	19h 25m	6:25pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	23h 2m	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 10m	12:00pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	23h 2m	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 6h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 3h	2:45pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	20h 20m	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Boston on October 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Detroit Bus Station	23h 55m	11:00am	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	19h 25m	6:25pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:50pm	Detroit Bus Station	23h 35m	1:25pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 6h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Boston on October 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Detroit Bus Station	23h 55m	11:00am	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	19h 25m	6:25pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 6h	5:40am	Brookline	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Detroit Bus Station	1d 3h	2:45pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	22h 54m	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:00pm	Detroit Bus Station	20h 20m	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:49 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 22 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

22h 50mAverage Duration

983 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$130 - $486	Average Duration22h 50m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$242 - $1,145	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 90kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Detroit and Boston

Stops in Detroit

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

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Compare companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,571 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/588,231 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US 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 Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Boston start from $130. The average price for this route is around $177. 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 Boston?
The average bus travel time from Detroit to Boston is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 983 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Boston at 11:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Boston?
A bus trip from Detroit to Boston generates an estimated 24.558875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Boston?
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 6551 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Boston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Boston?
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

10-13

$251

10-14

$239

Today

$305

10-16

$204

10-17

$162

10-18

$160

10-19

$174

10-20

$142

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Oct 20, 2026 with a price of $142

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 $142 to $2,513 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 $142 which is on 2026-10-20.

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.