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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Elmendorf is to bus via Nashville which costs $230 - $440 and takes 33h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Elmendorf is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $290 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Elmendorf?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit to Elmendorf. However, there are services departing from Woodward & Gratiot and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - San Antonio via Detroit, Clinton & Jackson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Elmendorf?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Elmendorf station. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at San Antonio Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 2m.

How far is it from Detroit to Elmendorf?

The distance between Detroit and Elmendorf is 1268 miles. The road distance is 1438.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Elmendorf without a car is to bus which takes 32h 37m and costs $340 - $450.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Detroit to Elmendorf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Elmendorf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Detroit to Elmendorf train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Elmendorf?

The best way to get from Detroit to Elmendorf is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $290 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $340 - $450 and takes 32h 37m, you could also train, which costs $470 - $1,100 and takes 39h 2m.

Where does the Detroit to Elmendorf bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Detroit and Elmendorf?

Elmendorf is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 7:33 PM in Detroit and 6:33 PM in Elmendorf.

Where does the Detroit to Elmendorf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Detroit to Elmendorf?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Elmendorf is 1439 miles. It takes approximately 23h 49m to drive from Detroit to Elmendorf.

Where can I stay near Elmendorf?

There are 482+ hotels available in Elmendorf.

Detroit to Elmendorf - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Detroit to Elmendorf by plane, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly from Detroit
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)plane DTW - SAT
5h 31m
$297–1,182
Bus via Nashville
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to San Antonio Bus Stationbus
33h 5m
$231–437
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - San Antoniobus Chicago
32h 37m
$340–450
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to San Antonio Stationtrain Texas Eagle
39h 2m
$472–1,023
Drive 1,430.4 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Elmendorfcar 1,430.4 mi
23h 49m
$261–378
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Detroit to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)plane LAN - SAT
7h 56m
$282–1,004

Detroit (DTW) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT) flights

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4h 53mAverage Duration

$190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,260.5 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Elmendorf, TX, USA?

Delta, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Woodward & Gratiot to Elmendorf via Woodward & Baltimore, Detroit, Chicago Union Station, Clinton & Jackson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago, and Tornado Bus Co - San Antonio in around 32h 37m.

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