What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit to Fort Madison?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Fort Madison is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit to Fort Madison?

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Fort Madison is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $85 - $300.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Fort Madison?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Fort Madison. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Fort Madison via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Detroit to Fort Madison?

The distance between Detroit and Fort Madison is 501 miles. The road distance is 503.1 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit to Fort Madison without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit to Fort Madison without a car is to train which takes 9h 41m and costs $160 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Detroit to Fort Madison?

It takes approximately 9h 41m to get from Detroit to Fort Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Fort Madison train from?

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

Train or fly from Detroit to Fort Madison?

The best way to get from Detroit to Fort Madison is to train which takes 9h 41m and costs $160 - $340. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $85 - $300 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Fort Madison?

Fort Madison is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 1:00 PM in Detroit and 12:00 PM in Fort Madison.

Where does the Detroit to Fort Madison train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Detroit to Fort Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Fort Madison is 503 miles. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Detroit to Fort Madison.

How do I get a train ticket from Detroit to Fort Madison?

Book your Detroit to Fort Madison train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Fort Madison?

There are 11+ hotels available in Fort Madison.

Detroit to Fort Madison - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Detroit to Fort Madison by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fort Madisontrain Southwest Chief
9h 41m
$163–333
Fly Detroit to Burlington Municipal Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane DTW - BRL
6h 3m
$87–297
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fort Madisontrain Southwest Chief
11h 18m
$172–302
Drive 500.2 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Fort Madisoncar 500.2 mi
8h 58m
$92–132
Fly Detroit to Quad City International Airport, taxi, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane DTW - MLI
2. Take the taxi from SouthPark Mall Shelter to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtaxi
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Fort Madisontrain
8h 48m
$211–573
Bus, train via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Galesburgbus
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Fort Madisontrain
13h 26m
$101–195
Fly Detroit to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fort Madisontrain
8h 41m
$207–620
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Burlington Municipal Airport
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flintbus
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane FNT - BRL
8h 42m
$89–270

Detroit to Fort Madison by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

9h 41mAverage Duration

$163Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Detroit to Fort Madison.

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Distance: 498.4 mi
Duration: 9h 41m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Fort Madison, IA, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit to Fort Madison via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 41m. Alternatively, United Airlines and Corporate Flight Management Inc fly from Detroit (DTW) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) once daily.

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