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

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit is to bus which costs $8 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Downtown Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI and arriving at Detroit - Grand Circus Park. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Ann Arbor and Downtown Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Ann Arbor station to Downtown Detroit. 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 32m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Downtown Detroit is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs $8.

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

The bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit - Grand Circus Park takes 1h including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit bus services, operated by D2A2, depart from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI station.

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

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

Where does the Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit bus services, operated by D2A2, arrive at Detroit - Grand Circus Park station.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit is 43 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit.

How do I get a train ticket from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit?

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There are 4 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroit by bus, train, tram, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit - Grand Circus Parkbus Ann Arbor to Detroit
1h
$8
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
2. Take the tram from Baltimore St - Southbound to Campus Martius - Southboundtram Qline
1h 32m
Drive 42.5 mi
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroitcar 42.5 mi
44 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ann Arbor to Downtown Detroittaxi 42.5 mi
44 min
$140–170

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 1h

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

D2A2 operates a bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit - Grand Circus Park hourly. Tickets cost $8 and the journey takes 1h.

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