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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Clarkston is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Clarkston is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Clarkston?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit to Clarkston. However, there are services departing from Grand Circus Park and arriving at Baldwin & Woodlake via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Detroit to Clarkston?

The distance between Detroit and Clarkston is 33 miles. The road distance is 36.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Clarkston without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 2m and costs $50 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Detroit to Clarkston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Clarkston bus from?

Detroit to Clarkston bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, depart from Grand Circus Park station.

Where does the Detroit to Clarkston bus arrive?

Detroit to Clarkston bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, arrive at Baldwin & Woodlake station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Clarkston?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Clarkston is 37 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Detroit to Clarkston.

Where can I stay near Clarkston?

There are 70+ hotels available in Clarkston.

Detroit to Clarkston - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Detroit to Clarkston by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Detroit to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the taxi from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Clarkstontaxi
1h 2m
$52–70
Drive 36.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit to Clarkstoncar 36.3 mi
53 min
$7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Circus Park to Baldwin & Woodlakebus 462
1h 29m
$42–52
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Detroit to Clarkstontaxi 36.3 mi
53 min
$100–130

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Distance: 33.2 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

Southeast Michigan SMART operates a bus from Grand Circus Park to Baldwin & Woodlake hourly. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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