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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $80 - $330.

How far is it from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The distance between Detroit and Philadelphia is 485 miles. The road distance is 585 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Philadelphia without a car is to bus and train via Pittsburgh which takes 15h 14m and costs $110 - $400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Detroit to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Can I drive from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Philadelphia is 585 miles. It takes approximately 9h 38m to drive from Detroit to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 917+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Detroit to Philadelphia - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Detroit to Philadelphia by plane, bus, train, or car

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 Philadelphia International Airport
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DTW - PHL
4h 16m
$82–322
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane DTW - LGA
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
6h 15m
$62–788
Bus, train via Pittsburgh
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0420
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
15h 14m
$113–398
Drive 581.6 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Philadelphiacar 581.6 mi
9h 38m
$107–154
Fly to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)plane DTW - BWI
2. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to 30th Street Stationtrain
5h 38m
$101–1,034
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane DTW - EWR
2. Take the train from Newark Liberty International Airport to 30th Street Stationtrain
5h 49m
$62–432
Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane DTW - DCA
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
6h 6m
$144–1,409
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Toledo Bus Stopbus
2. Take the train from Toledo to Washington Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
17h 37m
$104–967

Detroit to Philadelphia by bus and train

7Weekly Services

15h 14mAverage Duration

$113Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Detroit to Philadelphia.

Launch map view

Distance: 482.5 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) every 4 hours.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.