What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit, MI to Boston?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit, MI to Boston is to bus and train via Utica which costs $100 - $290 and takes 21h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit, MI to Boston?

The fastest way to get from Detroit, MI to Boston is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $85 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit, MI and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit, MI station to Boston. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Boston via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 10m.

How far is it from Detroit, MI to Boston?

The distance between Detroit, MI and Boston is 656 miles. The road distance is 707 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit, MI to Boston without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit, MI to Boston without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 6m and costs $70 - $370.

How long does it take to get from Detroit, MI to Boston?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Detroit, MI to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit, MI to Boston bus from?

Detroit, MI to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Detroit, MI to Boston?

The best way to get from Detroit, MI to Boston is to fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $85 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $310 and takes 21h 10m.

Where does the Detroit, MI to Boston bus arrive?

Detroit, MI to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

What is the time difference between Detroit, MI and Boston?

Boston is 3h ahead of Detroit, MI. It is currently 9:27 AM in Detroit, MI and 12:27 PM in Boston.

Can I drive from Detroit, MI to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit, MI to Boston is 707 miles. It takes approximately 12h 28m to drive from Detroit, MI to Boston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Boston?

Book your Detroit, MI to Boston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1559+ hotels available in Boston.

Detroit, MI to Boston - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Detroit, MI to Boston by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Boston Logan Airport
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)DTW - BOS
3h 53m
$87–312
Fly to Theodore Francis Green State Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)DTW - PVD
2. Take the train from Providence to South Station
6h 32m
$59–884
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Toledo Bus StopGreyhound US0420 / ...
2. Take the train from Toledo to BostonLake Shore Limited
19h 6m
$71–367
Bus, train via Utica
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Toronto
2. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Utica
3. Take the bus from Utica, NY to Boston, MA
21h 1m
$103–281
Drive 702.9 mi
1. Drive from Detroit, MI to Boston702.9 mi
12h 28m
$129–186
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Newark Penn StationGreyhound US0420
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to BostonGreyhound US0235 / ...
21h 10m
$145–308

Detroit, MI to Boston by bus and train

7Weekly Services

19h 6mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 652.5 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

JetBlue Airways, Delta, and Air Canada fly from Detroit (DTW) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Boston via Newark Penn Station in around 21h 10m.

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