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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Kentucky is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 3m and costs $750 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Kentucky?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Detroit Bus Station station and arriving at Louisville Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Detroit to Kentucky?

The distance between Detroit and Kentucky is 265 miles. The road distance is 358.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs $55 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Detroit to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Kentucky bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Detroit to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Detroit to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 3m and costs $750 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Detroit to Kentucky bus arrive?

Detroit to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Louisville Bus Station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Kentucky is 358 miles. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Detroit to Kentucky.

How do I get a bus ticket from Detroit to Kentucky?

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Detroit to Kentucky - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and line 3 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Detroit to Kentucky by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly to Covington
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Covington (CVG)plane DTW - CVG
4h 3m
$754–1,304
Bus via Columbus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbusbus Detroit / ...
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Louisvillebus Bsb 27 / ...
8h 45m
$38–116
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0135 / ...
7h 25m
$55–110
Drive 356 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Louisvillecar 356 mi
6h 5m
$65–94
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane DTW - SDF
4h 38m
$98–655
Fly to Blue Grass Airport, line 3 bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane DTW - LEX
2. Take the bus from Transit Center to Centre Parkway @ 1349bus
5h 41m
$64–414

Detroit to Kentucky by bus (Greyhound)

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7h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 263.9 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

Delta flies from Detroit (DTW) to Covington (CVG) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Louisville Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 7h 25m.

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