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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Detroit Station is to bus via Congress St which costs $40 - $85 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Detroit Station is to subway and fly and bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $130 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Detroit Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Detroit. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Detroit Station?

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 Station?

The distance between Chicago and Detroit Station is 282 miles. The road distance is 280.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Detroit Station without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $90 - $190.

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

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 Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Detroit Station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Detroit Station?

The best way to get from Chicago to Detroit Station is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $90 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $150 and takes 5h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $150 - $600 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Chicago to Detroit Station bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Detroit Station?

Detroit Station is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 4:17 AM in Chicago and 5:17 AM in Detroit Station.

Where does the Chicago to Detroit Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Detroit Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Detroit Station is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Chicago to Detroit Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Detroit Station?

There are 459+ hotels available in Detroit Station.

Chicago to Detroit Station - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
5h 20m
$90–190
Bus via Congress St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
7h 5m
$40–85
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Detroitbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 20m
$100–150
Drive 278.8 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Detroit Stationcar 278.8 mi
4h 39m
$51–74
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
3. Take the bus from Grand Circus Park to Woodward & Baltimore Milwaukeebus
4h 20m
$136–469
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 51m
$156–559
Train to South Bend, fly
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 53m
$76–478
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
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 49m
$633–1,073

Chicago to Detroit Station by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 280.3 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Detroit Station, 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 Detroit twice a week. Tickets cost $100–150 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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