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 $45 - $120 and takes 8h 15m.

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 11m and costs $750 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Louisville, KY via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Detroit to Kentucky?

The distance between Detroit and Kentucky is 266 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 8h 15m and costs $45 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 Barons Bus, depart from Detroit station.

Bus or fly from Detroit to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Detroit to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs $750 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $120 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Detroit to Kentucky bus arrive?

Detroit to Kentucky bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Indianapolis 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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Where can I stay near Kentucky?

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

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Fly to Covington
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Covington (CVG)plane DTW - CVG
4h 11m
$755–1,107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Indianapolisbus Bsb 15
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus Chicago
8h 15m
$49–114
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
$123–805
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 32m
$69–454
Bus via Detroit Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0112
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus Chicago
8h 30m
$71–117

Detroit to Kentucky by bus

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Distance: 264.2 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

Delta flies from Detroit (DTW) to Covington (CVG) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit to Louisville, KY via Indianapolis Union Station in around 8h 15m.

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