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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Downtown Detroit is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Downtown Detroit is to subway and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $85 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Downtown 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 5m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Downtown Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Downtown Detroit. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Campus Martius - Southbound via Baltimore St - Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Chicago to Downtown Detroit?

The distance between Chicago and Downtown Detroit is 285 miles. The road distance is 282.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Downtown Detroit without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $150 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Chicago to Downtown Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Downtown Detroit bus from?

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Downtown Detroit?

The best way to get from Chicago to Downtown Detroit is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $150 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus via Baltimore St - Southbound, which costs and takes 5h 50m, you could also fly, which costs $130 - $800 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Chicago to Downtown Detroit bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chicago to Downtown Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Downtown Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Downtown Detroit is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Chicago to Downtown Detroit.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Downtown Detroit?

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Chicago to Downtown Detroit - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Downtown 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 50m
$150–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
6h 5m
$45–80
Bus via Baltimore St - Southbound (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Detroitbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 50m
Drive 280.7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Downtown Detroitcar 280.7 mi
4h 39m
$48–70
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
4h 7m
$90–607
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 29m
$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 37m
$77–448
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 36m
$1,001–1,138
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 42m
$48–270

Chicago to Downtown Detroit by train and tram (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

$150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.2 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $150–240 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Detroit twice a week, and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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