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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Atlanta is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Atlanta is to drive and fly which takes 3h 4m and costs $65 - $390.

How far is it from Detroit to Atlanta?

The distance between Detroit and Atlanta is 245 miles. The road distance is 243.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Atlanta without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $180 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Detroit to Atlanta, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Atlanta?

Atlanta is 1h ahead of Detroit. It is currently 12:19 PM in Detroit and 1:19 PM in Atlanta.

Can I drive from Detroit to Atlanta?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Atlanta is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Detroit to Atlanta.

Where can I stay near Atlanta?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Atlanta.

Detroit to Atlanta - 6 ways to travel via car, plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Detroit to Atlanta by car, plane, taxi, or bus

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Drive to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Detroit to Birmingham-Airport-BHMcar
2. Fly from Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane BHM - ATL
3h 8m
$82–490
Drive 242.5 mi
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1. Drive from Detroit to Atlantacar 242.5 mi
4h 5m
$45–64
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Detroit to Tupelotaxi
2. Take the bus from Tupelo to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0610
6h 29m
$181–245
Drive to Golden Triangle Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from Detroit to Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR)car
2. Fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane GTR - ATL
3h 4m
$69–388
Drive to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field, fly
1. Drive from Detroit to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV)car
2. Fly from Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane HSV - ATL
3h 25m
$82–460
Taxi, bus via Russellville
1. Take the taxi from Detroit to Russellville Bus Stoptaxi
2. Take the bus from Russellville Bus Stop to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0622s
7h 19m
$173–222

Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) flights

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Distance: 243.1 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Detroit, AL, USA and Atlanta, GA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Detroit to Atlanta. However, you can drive to Birmingham-Airport-BHM airport, fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), walk to Airport Station, then take the subway to Garnett Station. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Tupelo then take the bus to Atlanta Bus Station.

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