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Journey Information
There are 11 intercity buses per day from Detroit to New York. Traveling by bus from Detroit to New York usually takes around 18 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 15 minutes.
Distance | 481 mi (773 km) |
Shortest duration | 15h 15m |
Cheapest price | CZK 1,476.61 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Detroit to New York?
CZK 1,897.29 is the average price of a bus ticket from Detroit to New York. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Detroit to New York is expected to range from CZK 1,853 to CZK 2,837. If you are looking to travel to New York within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from CZK 1,970. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are CZK 1,853 and can be found on May 7, 2024.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in June. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just CZK 2,181 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Detroit to New York in September, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to CZK 3,048 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 27 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save CCZK 3,257.36 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Detroit to New York?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Detroit to New York. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 11 | 18h 39m | CZK 2,585.53 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 11 bus trips from Detroit to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 18 hours and 39 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from CZK 1,477.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 773 kilometers from Detroit to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Detroit to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 11 scheduled buses that travel from Detroit to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Detroit to New York; ticket prices start at CZK 2,180.79.
City Information
Detroit
Often stigmatized as a dead city, Detroit is making a huge comeback, and it is fast becoming a hidden gem among travelers. Your first stop should be at the Detroit Institute of Art, the city’s foremost cultural destination. Featuring more than 100 galleries with artworks from masters such as Van Gogh or Diego Rivera, the museum offers tourists hours of artistic immersion and enjoyment. For those wishing to learn more about the history of Motown or Black American communities, the city’s Motown Museum and Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History will be top-tier destinations. Finally, don’t miss out on the chance to catch a performance at the lavish Fox Theater, a national landmark.
As Detroit is the birthplace of Coney dog, it would be a huge miss if you pass up the chance to try out this masterpiece. One of the locals’ favorite Coney dog establishments is Lafayette Coney Island. Detroit’s craft beer scene is also quite lively, and some famous local brands include Batch Brewing Company and Detroit Beer Co.
The principal bus terminal in the city is on Howard St, where travelers can catch buses run by Greyhound, Indian Trails or Barons Bus. You can also catch Amtrak trains at the train station in New Center, north of downtown Detroit. Detroit is served by Amtrak’s Wolverine line. The city’s main airport is the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which is located in nearby Romulus.
New York
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Detroit?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
Located near hip Corktown, the Detroit Greyhound Bus Station is minutes away from local breweries, diverse restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife. Besides Greyhound, many other bus carriers serve this station, including Indian Trails, Barons Bus Lines, Miller Transportation, and Jefferson Lines. For travelers’ convenience, the station offers massive parking lots, clean restrooms, and lockers to rent. The station is a short walk from several local bus stops, and about a 15 minute walk from the closest light rail station to connect to neighborhoods throughout Detroit.
All bus stations in Detroit:
Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
Where does the bus arrive in New York?
Main arrival station: Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
Buses arrive in New York at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in New York:
Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)
Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)
GW Bridge Bus Station
7-11 - Jd Foods
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