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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to California is to fly which costs $140 - $470 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to California is to fly which takes 7h 24m and costs $350 - $4,200.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit to California station. However, there are services departing from Woodward & Gratiot and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Detroit, Chicago Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and California?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to California. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Los Angeles via Chicago Union Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Detroit to California?

The distance between Detroit and California is 1991 miles. The road distance is 2291.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to California without a car is to train which takes 2 days 2h and costs $550 - $1,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Detroit to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to California bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Detroit to California train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to California?

The best way to get from Detroit to California is to fly which takes 7h 29m and costs $200 - $800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $550 - $1,500 and takes 2 days 2h, you could also bus, which costs $400 - $650 and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Detroit to California bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Detroit and California?

California is 3h behind Detroit. It is currently 2:33 AM in Detroit and 11:33 PM in California.

Where does the Detroit to California train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Detroit to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to California is 2292 miles. It takes approximately 35h 54m to drive from Detroit to California.

How do I get a train ticket from Detroit to California?

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Where can I stay near California?

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There are 9 ways to get from Detroit to California by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Detroit to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DTW - SAN
7h 29m
$204–757
Fly Detroit to San Francisco International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane DTW - SFO
7h 53m
$143–466
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2d 2h
$575–1,478
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2d 7h
$402–636
Drive 2,278.5 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Los Angelescar 2,278.5 mi
35h 54m
$416–601
Fly Detroit to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DTW - SNA
7h 24m
$352–4,167
Fly Detroit to Sacramento International Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane DTW - SMF
7h 37m
$214–956
Fly Detroit to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DTW - LAX
7h 55m
$179–565
Bus to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane CLE - LAX
10h 22m
$185–445

Detroit to California by train (Amtrak)

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2d 2hAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,979.7 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and California, USA?

Delta, Southwest Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detroit to Los Angeles via Chicago Union Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 2d 2h.

Airlines

Website: delta.com

Flights from Detroit to San Diego International Airport

Ave. Duration: 5h
When: Every day
Estimated price: $180–800

Flights from Detroit to San Diego International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 8h 18m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $180–800

Flights from Detroit to John Wayne Airport Orange County

Ave. Duration: 5h 7m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $230–1,000

Flights from Detroit to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Salt Lake City

Ave. Duration: 7h 8m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $240–1,100

Flights from Detroit to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Minneapolis

Ave. Duration: 7h 16m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $240–1,100

Flights from Detroit to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 9h 11m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $230–1,000

Flights from Detroit to San Francisco International Airport

Ave. Duration: 5h 15m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $150–650

Flights from Detroit to San Francisco International Airport via Minneapolis

Ave. Duration: 7h 15m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $150–650

Flights from Detroit to San Francisco International Airport via Salt Lake City

Ave. Duration: 7h 30m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $150–650

Flights from Detroit to Sacramento International Airport

Ave. Duration: 5h 8m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $210–950

Flights from Detroit to Sacramento International Airport via Minneapolis

Ave. Duration: 6h 59m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $210–950

Flights from Detroit to Sacramento International Airport via Salt Lake City

Ave. Duration: 8h 23m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $210–950

Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles International Airport

Ave. Duration: 5h 9m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $140–650

Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 7h 27m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $140–650

Flights from Detroit to Los Angeles International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 7h 37m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $140–650

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