What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Philadelphia is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit to Philadelphia. However, there are services departing from Detroit, MI and arriving at Greenfield, IN via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The distance between Detroit and Philadelphia is 311 miles. The road distance is 265.9 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit to Philadelphia without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit to Philadelphia without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $50 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Detroit to Philadelphia?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Detroit to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Philadelphia bus from?

Detroit to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Detroit, MI station.

Bus or fly from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Detroit to Philadelphia is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $50 - $100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $440 - $1,400 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Detroit to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Detroit to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Greenfield, IN station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Philadelphia is 266 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Detroit to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 611+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Detroit to Philadelphia - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Detroit to Philadelphia by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Detroit, MI to Greenfield, INbus Detroit
6h 30m
$51–97
Drive 264.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit to Philadelphiacar 264.4 mi
4h 46m
$49–70
Fly
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane DTW - IND
5h 10m
$443–1,328
Bus via Indianapolis Union Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0112
6h 41m
$63–104

Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND) flights

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 308.9 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Philadelphia, IN, USA?

Barons Bus operates a bus from Detroit, MI to Greenfield, IN once daily. Tickets cost $29–75 and the journey takes 6h 20m. Alternatively, Delta and Southwest Airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND) every 4 hours.

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