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What is the best way to travel from New York to Detroit?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Detroit from New York. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
16h 45m
$98
$144
18
Flight
1h 46m
$137
$290
65

What is the cheapest way to reach Detroit from New York?

You can get to Detroit with just $98 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $98
tomorrow
from $113
Thursday
from $126
Friday
from $151
Saturday
from $152
Sunday
from $164
Monday
from $125

    Cheapest Buses today

  • Greyhound US
    16h 55m
    0
    10:50 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $98
  • FlixBus
    31h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    New York
    Chrystie St
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $100
  • FlixBus
    19h 30m
    0
    8:15 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $104
  • New York Trailways
    17h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $137

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    22h 56m
    0
    11:59 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    10:55 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $113
  • Greyhound US
    19h 20m
    0
    1:25 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $119
  • FlixBus
    21h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Chinatown
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $120
  • New York Trailways
    17h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $137
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 46m
    0
    6:00 AM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    7:46 AM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $137
  • Skyscanner
    2h 6m
    0
    2:47 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    4:53 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $209
  • United Airlines
    4h 3m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    10:03 AM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $219
  • Frontier Airlines
    10h 37m
    0
    10:03 AM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    8:40 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $220
  • JetBlue Airways
    9h 35m
    0
    9:30 AM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    7:05 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $356

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 55m
    0
    10:50 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • Greyhound US
    21h 20m
    0
    1:35 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    10:55 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $129
  • FlixBus
    22h 0m
    0
    5:45 PM
    New York
    Chinatown
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $129
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $131

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    19h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $151
  • New York Trailways
    22h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $155
  • FlixBus
    17h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $164
  • FlixBus
    21h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Chinatown
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $185

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • New York Trailways
    22h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $152
  • New York Trailways
    17h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $164
  • Greyhound US
    17h 25m
    0
    3:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $165
  • FlixBus
    22h 0m
    0
    5:45 PM
    New York
    Chinatown
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $174

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    17h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $164
  • Greyhound US
    17h 25m
    0
    3:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $165
  • Greyhound US
    19h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $183
  • FlixBus
    28h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Chrystie St
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $193

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • New York Trailways
    16h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $125
  • Greyhound US
    17h 25m
    0
    3:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $134
  • Greyhound US
    16h 55m
    0
    10:50 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $148
  • FlixBus
    22h 56m
    0
    11:59 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    10:55 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $154
  • FlixBus
    17h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $157
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 42m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    4:42 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $193
  • United Airlines
    5h 0m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    11:59 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $336
  • JetBlue Airways
    5h 33m
    0
    2:44 PM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    8:17 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $341
  • Skyscanner
    4h 30m
    0
    7:29 PM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    11:59 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $383
  • Delta Air Lines
    1h 55m
    0
    6:00 AM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    7:55 AM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from $507

What are the fastest trips from New York to Detroit?

You can get to Detroit from New York in just 1h 46m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 16h 55m
tomorrow
from 1h 46m
Thursday
from 16h 55m
Friday
from 17h 45m
Saturday
from 17h 25m
Sunday
from 17h 25m
Monday
from 1h 55m

    Fastest Buses today

  • Greyhound US
    16h 55m
    0
    10:50 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $98
  • New York Trailways
    17h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $137
  • FlixBus
    19h 30m
    0
    8:15 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $104
  • FlixBus
    31h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    New York
    Chrystie St
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $100

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • Spirit Airlines
    1h 46m
    0
    6:00 AM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    7:46 AM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $137
  • Skyscanner
    2h 6m
    0
    2:47 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    4:53 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $209
  • United Airlines
    4h 3m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    10:03 AM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $219
  • JetBlue Airways
    9h 35m
    0
    9:30 AM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    7:05 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $356
  • Frontier Airlines
    10h 37m
    0
    10:03 AM
    John F. Kennedy Airport
    John F. Kennedy Airport - Terminal 7
    8:40 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $220
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • New York Trailways
    17h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $137
  • Greyhound US
    19h 20m
    0
    1:25 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $119
  • FlixBus
    21h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Chinatown
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $120
  • FlixBus
    22h 56m
    0
    11:59 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    10:55 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $113

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    16h 55m
    0
    10:50 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $131
  • Greyhound US
    21h 20m
    0
    1:35 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    10:55 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $129
  • FlixBus
    22h 0m
    0
    5:45 PM
    New York
    Chinatown
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $129

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    17h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $164
  • Greyhound US
    19h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $151
  • FlixBus
    21h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Chinatown
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $185
  • New York Trailways
    22h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $155

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    17h 25m
    0
    3:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $165
  • New York Trailways
    17h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $164
  • FlixBus
    22h 0m
    0
    5:45 PM
    New York
    Chinatown
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $174
  • New York Trailways
    22h 15m
    0
    3:30 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $152

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    17h 25m
    0
    3:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $165
  • FlixBus
    17h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $164
  • Greyhound US
    19h 45m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $183
  • FlixBus
    28h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Chrystie St
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $193

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Delta Air Lines
    1h 55m
    0
    6:00 AM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    7:55 AM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from $507
  • Skyscanner
    4h 30m
    0
    7:29 PM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    11:59 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $383
  • United Airlines
    5h 0m
    0
    6:59 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    11:59 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $336
  • JetBlue Airways
    5h 33m
    0
    2:44 PM
    LaGuardia Airport
    LaGuardia Airport
    8:17 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $341
  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 42m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Newark Airport
    Newark Airport
    4:42 PM
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $193
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • New York Trailways
    16h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    1:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    New York Trailways
    Economy
    $125
  • Greyhound US
    16h 55m
    0
    10:50 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $148
  • Greyhound US
    17h 25m
    0
    3:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    8:45 AM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $134
  • FlixBus
    17h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:45 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $157
  • FlixBus
    22h 56m
    0
    11:59 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    10:55 PM
    Detroit
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $154
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from New York to Detroit

What are the most popular stations in New York and Detroit?

In New York, you will usually depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal, Grand Central Terminal or West 34th Street, while in Detroit you will be arriving at Bus Station, Amtrak or Detroit, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Detroit from New York? With 6 connections between 3 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between New York and Detroit, you can pay as low as $98 with a Bus from Greyhound US.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Spirit Airlines: you will get to Detroit in just 1h 46m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting New York and Detroit are Greyhound US, FlixBus and New York Trailways, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in New York and Detroit is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Jersey City or to Windsor, ON, and look at flights from John F. Kennedy Airport, and landing at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from New York to Detroit?

The most popular companies between New York and Detroit, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and New York Trailways. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US, FlixBus and New York Trailways

Airlines: Spirit Airlines, Skyscanner, United Airlines and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from New York to Detroit

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from New York to Detroit. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from New York to Detroit

How can I reach Detroit from New York?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Detroit from New York.

How far is Detroit from New York?

The distance between New York and Detroit is 480.8 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between New York and Detroit?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 21 kgs of CO2, a train 27 kgs, a car 132 kgs, and a flight 190 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from New York to Detroit?

You can get to Detroit with just $98 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

What is the fastest way to get from New York to Detroit?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Detroit in just 1h 46m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

More routes to New York and to Detroit

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to New York and to Detroit. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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