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There are usually 5 daily train trips from Detroit to Newark.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£76.88 | Avg. Price£206.64 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips5 |
Duration | Duration16h 12m | Duration1d 0h 26m |
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Detroit to Newark. Traveling by coach from Detroit to Newark usually takes around 16 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 16 hours,
| Distance | 472 mi (759 km) |
| Shortest duration | 16h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £57.02 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
Average score for coaches from Detroit to Newark
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: The driving was smooth for the most part. Cons: It was unprofessional that the second driver was an hour and a half past the original departure time when we were in Cleveland, Ohio. Also it wasn't appreciated how rude and unhelpful the terminal staff was in that situation. Tips: Be prepared to be behind schedule.
Bus tickets for a trip from Detroit to Newark cost £69.26 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Detroit to Newark in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £63 to £113. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 23 September 2026.
If you’re looking to travel to Newark this week, bus tickets are available starting at £64.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £52.85 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Detroit to Newark. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 16h 20m | £98.32 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 3 bus trips from Detroit to Newark every day, with the average journey taking around 16 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Newark usually start from £57.
The coach takes an average of 16 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 472 miles from Detroit to Newark. However, the fastest coach only takes 16 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Detroit to Newark for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 11:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Detroit to Newark, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Detroit to Newark every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches 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, MI to Newark, NJ; ticket prices start at £112.60.
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.
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As the most populous city in New Jersey, Newark offers some excellent museums, parks and restaurants that you can enjoy year-round. Art lovers should stop by the famous Newark Museum to enjoy a rich collection of works by American artists and sculptors. History buffs should check out the New Jersey Historical Society for ongoing exhibitions documenting the state’s rich history.
Located by the Passaic River, Newark offers various places where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll by the water. For the best views, head over to the city’s Riverfront Park near the hip Ironbound neighborhood. If you’re seeking more outdoor enjoyment, check out Branch Brook Park where you will find various lakes and plenty of cherry blossoms.
Newark is one of the biggest travel hubs in the United States, which makes it very easily accessible via all types of transportation. The Newark Liberty International Airport is one of the three airports that serves the New York City metro area, and its close proximity to Newark’s Penn Station makes it easy to reach from anywhere via bus or train.
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Link to image attributionLocated 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.
Bus Terminal - 1001 Howard St
All coaches from Detroit arrive at one main station in Newark.
1 Raymond Plaza W
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