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Bus from Rochester to Detroit: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Rochester to Detroit. Traveling by bus from Rochester to Detroit usually takes around 8 hours and 35 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 185 mi (298 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $75.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Miller Transportation |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Rochester to Detroit?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Rochester to Detroit. Miller Transportation is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller Transportation | 1 | 8h 35m | $75.00 |
Book Miller Transportation from Rochester to Detroit from $75. Typically there is one Miller Transportation schedule per day from Rochester to Detroit and you can expect on average to pay for a Miller Transportation ticket to Detroit. In Rochester, Miller Transportation departs to Detroit from Speedway - 102 McDonald Dr . In Detroit, Miller Transportation arrives at 11 W Baltimore Ave .
An average trip on Miller Transportation from Rochester to Detroit takes 8 hours and 35 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Rochester to Detroit
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 185 miles from Rochester to Detroit. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Rochester to Detroit. It leaves the station in Rochester at 8:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Rochester?
Main departure station: Speedway - 102 McDonald Dr
Most buses depart from the main station in Rochester.
All bus stations in Rochester:
Speedway - 102 McDonald Dr
Where does the bus arrive in Detroit?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: 11 W Baltimore Ave
Detroit’s Amtrak station connects Motor City with the nation’s rail network via three daily trains on the Amtrak Wolverine, which runs from Chicago to Pontiac, Michigan. Bus service on Miller Transportation also operates from the Amtrak Station on 11 W Baltimore Avenue, and from the adjacent platform, travelers can connect to the QLine streetcar system. The station’s amenities include clean restrooms, vending machines, and onsite customer service staff. Thanks to its location in the New Center neighborhood, the Amtrak station is surrounded by various restaurants and is one block away from the historic landmark, Cadillac Place.
All bus stations in Detroit:
11 W Baltimore Ave
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