What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Detroit is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Detroit is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $140 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Detroit. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at Cass & Michigan via Iowa City, Chicago Union Station and Dearborn Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Detroit?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Detroit is 463 miles. The road distance is 502.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Detroit without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 11m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Detroit?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Cedar Rapids to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Detroit bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Detroit bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Bus or fly from Cedar Rapids to Detroit?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Detroit is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $140 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus via Dearborn Transit Center, which costs and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Detroit bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Detroit bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

What is the time difference between Cedar Rapids and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Cedar Rapids. It is currently 4:25 AM in Cedar Rapids and 5:25 AM in Detroit.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Detroit is 502 miles. It takes approximately 8h 57m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Detroit.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cedar Rapids to Detroit?

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Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 459+ hotels available in Detroit.

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There are 7 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Detroit by plane, bus, train, car, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly to Detroit
best
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Detroit (DTW)plane CID - DTW
6h 39m
$144–854
Drive 499.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Detroitcar 499.5 mi
8h 57m
$92–132
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain
13h 11m
Fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane CID - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
7h 49m
$110–668
Bus via Dearborn Transit Center
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus
13h 30m
Bus
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus
15h 5m
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus Stationbus
15h 58m

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Detroit (DTW) flights

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Distance: 460.6 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Detroit (DTW) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to Cass & Michigan via Iowa City, Chicago Bus Station, Chicago Union Station, and Dearborn Transit Center in around 13h 30m.

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