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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit Station to Indianapolis is to bus which costs $45 - $90 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit Station to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit Station and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit Station to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Indianapolis, IN via Toledo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit Station and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit Station to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

How far is it from Detroit Station to Indianapolis?

The distance between Detroit Station and Indianapolis is 283 miles. The road distance is 279.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit Station to Indianapolis without a car is to bus via Toledo which takes 6h 10m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Detroit Station to Indianapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit Station to Indianapolis bus from?

Detroit Station to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

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

Detroit Station to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

Train or bus from Detroit Station to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Detroit Station to Indianapolis is to bus via Toledo which takes 6h 10m and costs $40 - $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $320 and takes 11h.

Where does the Detroit Station to Indianapolis bus arrive?

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

Where does the Detroit Station to Indianapolis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Detroit Station to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit Station to Indianapolis is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Detroit Station to Indianapolis.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Detroit Station to Indianapolis by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Toledo
best
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Toledobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Toledo to Indianapolis, INbus Detroit
6h 10m
$42–94
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
11h
$152–314
Drive 278.2 mi
1. Drive from Detroit Station to Indianapoliscar 278.2 mi
4h 53m
$51–74
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Woodward & Baltimore to Rosa Parks Transit Center - Bay 15bus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane DTW - IND
4h 58m
$80–496
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0112
7h 4m
$46–87

Detroit Station to Indianapolis by bus

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Distance: 281.5 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Detroit Station, MI, USA and Indianapolis, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Detroit to Indianapolis, IN via Toledo in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detroit to Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station in around 11h.

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