What is the cheapest way to get from Arlington Heights to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Arlington Heights to Detroit is to bus which costs $50 - $100 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arlington Heights to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Arlington Heights to Detroit is to train and fly which takes 4h 46m and costs $150 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Arlington Heights and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Arlington Heights to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Madison & Canal and arriving at Cass & Michigan via Chicago Union Station and Dearborn Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Arlington Heights and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Arlington Heights to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Arlington Heights and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Arlington Heights to Detroit?

The distance between Arlington Heights and Detroit is 305 miles. The road distance is 306.7 miles.

How do I travel from Arlington Heights to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Arlington Heights to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs $95 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Arlington Heights to Detroit?

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Arlington Heights to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arlington Heights to Detroit bus from?

Arlington Heights to Detroit bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where do I catch the Arlington Heights to Detroit train from?

Arlington Heights to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Arlington Heights to Detroit?

The best way to get from Arlington Heights to Detroit is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs $95 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus via Dearborn Transit Center, which costs $95 - $160 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Arlington Heights to Detroit bus arrive?

Arlington Heights to Detroit bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Dearborn station.

What is the time difference between Arlington Heights and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Arlington Heights. It is currently 10:52 PM in Arlington Heights and 11:52 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Arlington Heights to Detroit train arrive?

Arlington Heights to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Detroit station.

Can I drive from Arlington Heights to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Arlington Heights to Detroit is 307 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Arlington Heights to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 496+ hotels available in Detroit.

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Arlington Heights to Detroit by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, train, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), subway, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
7h 15m
$98–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160 / ...
8h 6m
$53–99
Bus via Dearborn Transit Center (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 35m
$100–151
Drive 304.9 mi
1. Drive from Arlington Heights to Detroitcar 304.9 mi
5h 13m
$56–81
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Arlington Heights to Irving Parktrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 46m
$158–662
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Arlington Heights to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
5h 17m
$139–473
Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
5h 55m
$633–1,049
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
5h 57m
$71–325

Arlington Heights to Detroit by train and bus (Amtrak)

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7h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 303.6 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Arlington Heights, Cook County, IL, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearborn twice a week. Tickets cost $90–140 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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