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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Detroit is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Detroit is to train and fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $170 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Bloomington and arriving at Detroit, MI via Indianapolis, IN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bloomington and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Bloomington to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Detroit?

The distance between Bloomington and Detroit is 406 miles. The road distance is 387 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 8h 39m and costs $130 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Bloomington to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Detroit bus from?

Bloomington to Detroit bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Bloomington station.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Detroit train from?

Bloomington to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train, bus or fly from Bloomington to Detroit?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Detroit is to train which takes 8h 39m and costs $130 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs and takes 9h 10m, you could also fly, which costs $65 - $410 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Bloomington to Detroit bus arrive?

Bloomington to Detroit bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Bloomington and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Bloomington. It is currently 10:05 PM in Bloomington and 11:05 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Bloomington to Detroit train arrive?

Bloomington to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Detroit is 387 miles. It takes approximately 6h 28m to drive from Bloomington to Detroit.

How do I get a train ticket from Bloomington to Detroit?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bloomington to Detroit?

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Where can I stay near Detroit?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
8h 39m
$131–272
Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
cheapest
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Detroit (DTW)plane BMI - DTW
6h 24m
$68–403
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Indianapolisbus Btw 1402
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Detroit, MIbus Cincinnati
9h 10m
Drive 384.8 mi
1. Drive from Bloomington to Detroitcar 384.8 mi
6h 28m
$71–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
12h 40m
$72–146
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Summit Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
6h 14m
$172–539
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
7h 9m
$195–739
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to St. Louistrain
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Detroit (DTW)plane STL - DTW
7h 21m
$506–1,059

Bloomington to Detroit by train (Amtrak)

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8h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 404.1 mi
Duration: 8h 39m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IL, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 8h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bloomington to Detroit, MI via Indianapolis, IN in around 9h 10m.

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