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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Greenfield, IN and arriving at Detroit, MI via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The distance between Philadelphia and Detroit is 311 miles. The road distance is 266.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $50 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Philadelphia to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Detroit bus from?

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

Where does the Philadelphia to Detroit bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Detroit is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Philadelphia to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 455+ hotels available in Detroit.

Philadelphia to Detroit - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Philadelphia to Detroit by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Greenfield, IN to Detroit, MIbus Cincinnati
6h 20m
$50–100
Drive 265 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Detroitcar 265 mi
4h 45m
$49–70
Bus to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take the bus from Meijer E Washington St to Indianapolis Airportbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Detroit (DTW)plane IND - DTW
5h 12m
$93–487
Bus via Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0112
7h 44m
$61–110
Bus to Fort Wayne International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Greenfield, IN to Fort Wayne, INbus
2. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Detroit (DTW)plane FWA - DTW
7h 11m
$107–447

Indianapolis (IND) to Detroit (DTW) flights

50Weekly Planes

1h 38mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 309.6 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

Barons Bus operates a bus from Greenfield, IN to Detroit, MI once daily. Tickets cost $29–75 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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