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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Franklin is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $500 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Franklin?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Franklin station. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Nashville Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Detroit to Franklin?

The distance between Detroit and Franklin is 502 miles. The road distance is 550.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Franklin without a car is to bus which takes 11h 28m and costs $140 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Detroit to Franklin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Franklin bus from?

Detroit to Franklin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Detroit to Franklin?

The best way to get from Detroit to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $500 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $230 and takes 11h 28m.

Where does the Detroit to Franklin bus arrive?

Detroit to Franklin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Nashville Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Franklin?

Franklin is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 11:12 AM in Detroit and 10:12 AM in Franklin.

Can I drive from Detroit to Franklin?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Franklin is 550 miles. It takes approximately 9h 17m to drive from Detroit to Franklin.

Where can I stay near Franklin?

There are 166+ hotels available in Franklin.

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Fly Detroit to Nashville
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Nashville (BNA)plane DTW - BNA
3h 56m
$517–1,187
Drive 547 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit to Franklincar 547 mi
9h 17m
$100–145
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0135 / ...
11h 28m
$141–230
Fly Detroit to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field, drive
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV)plane DTW - HSV
2. Drive from Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV) to Franklincar
5h 39m
$114–578
Bus to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, fly to Nashville
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Nashville (BNA)plane CLE - BNA
6h 30m
$179–426

Detroit (DTW) to Nashville (BNA) flights

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Distance: 498.8 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Franklin, TN, USA?

Delta and Southwest Airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to Nashville (BNA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Nashville Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $85–160 and the journey takes 11h 5m.

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How to get fromDetroit to Franklinby plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from Detroit to Franklin by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Fly Detroit to Nashville

Drive 547 mi

Bus (Greyhound)

Fly Detroit to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field, drive

Bus to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, fly to Nashville