What is the cheapest way to get from Columbus, OH to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Columbus, OH to Detroit is to bus via Toledo which costs $24 - $80 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbus, OH to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Columbus, OH to Detroit is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus, OH and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Columbus - Mound St and arriving at Detroit, MI. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Columbus, OH to Detroit?

The distance between Columbus, OH and Detroit is 233 miles. The road distance is 187.9 miles.

How do I travel from Columbus, OH to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Columbus, OH to Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Columbus, OH to Detroit?

The bus from Columbus - Mound St to Detroit, MI takes 4h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Columbus, OH to Detroit bus from?

Columbus, OH to Detroit bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Columbus - Mound St station.

Bus or fly from Columbus, OH to Detroit?

The best way to get from Columbus, OH to Detroit is to bus which takes 5h and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $800 - $1,100 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Columbus, OH to Detroit bus arrive?

Columbus, OH to Detroit bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Detroit, MI station.

Can I drive from Columbus, OH to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus, OH to Detroit is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Columbus, OH to Detroit.

How do I get a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Detroit?

Book your Columbus, OH to Detroit bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 502+ hotels available in Detroit.

Columbus, OH to Detroit - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbus, OH to Detroit by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Columbus - Mound St to Detroit, MIbus Columbus
5h
$30–65
Bus via Toledo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Columbus - Mound St to Toledobus Columbus
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0135 / ...
5h 15m
$25–77
Drive 186.8 mi
1. Drive from Columbus, OH to Detroitcar 186.8 mi
3h 41m
$35–50
Fly
1. Fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Detroit (DTW)plane CMH - DTW
3h 45m
$811–1,012

Columbus, OH to Detroit by foot and bus

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Distance: 231.2 mi
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What companies run services between Columbus, OH, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Barons Bus operates a bus from Columbus - Mound St to Detroit, MI twice daily. Tickets cost $22–65 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Delta flies from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Detroit (DTW) every 4 hours.

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