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

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI is to bus which costs $6 - $11 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Detroit, MI?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station station and arriving at Detroit, MI. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Ann Arbor and Detroit, MI?

No, there is no direct train from Ann Arbor station to Detroit, MI. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Campus Martius - Southbound via Baltimore St - Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Detroit, MI is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $6 - $11.

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

The bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Detroit, MI takes 45 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI train from?

Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $6 - $11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $22 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Detroit, MI station.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI train arrive?

Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Detroit station.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI is 42 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI.

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

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Where can I stay near Detroit, MI?

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There are 6 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MI by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, taxi, or bus

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1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Detroit, MIbus Columbus / ...
45 min
$6–11
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
1h 46m
$10–22
Drive 42.1 mi
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MIcar 42.1 mi
43 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ann Arbor to Detroit, MItaxi 42.1 mi
43 min
$140–170
Bus via Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit - Grand Circus Parkbus Ann Arbor to Detroit
1h 15m
$8
Bus via Detroit Metro Airport
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus 8000 / ...
2. Take the bus from Metro Airport Evans Terminal to Washington & Lafayettebus 261
2h 24m
$9–17

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Distance: 41.4 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Barons Bus operates a bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Detroit, MI 3 times a day. Tickets cost $4–35 and the journey takes 45 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–22 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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