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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Detroit is to bus which costs $40 - $80 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Detroit is to subway and fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $130 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Detroit Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Detroit. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Chicago to Detroit?

The distance between Chicago and Detroit is 282 miles. The road distance is 282.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $80 - $180.

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

The train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit takes 5h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Detroit bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Detroit train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Detroit?

The best way to get from Chicago to Detroit is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $80 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus via Dearborn Transit Center, which costs $90 - $130 and takes 5h 38m, you could also fly, which costs $130 - $800 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Chicago to Detroit bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 5:49 PM in Chicago and 6:49 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Chicago to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Detroit is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Chicago to Detroit.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Detroit?

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There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Detroit by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, subway, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
5h 20m
$80–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
6h 15m
$40–80
Bus via Dearborn Transit Center (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 38m
$90–121
Drive 281 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Detroitcar 281 mi
4h 40m
$52–75
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
3h 53m
$134–467
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 24m
$134–757
Train to South Bend, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)plane SBN - DTW
5h 26m
$70–456
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
5h 22m
$729–1,169
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 45m
$50–300

Chicago to Detroit by train (Amtrak)

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 280.3 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $80–180 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearborn twice a week. Tickets cost $85–120 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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