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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Louisiana is to bus which costs $180 - $370 and takes 26h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Louisiana is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $440 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Louisiana?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Louisiana station. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at New Orleans Bus Station via Montgomery Intermodal Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Louisiana?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Louisiana. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 48m.

How far is it from Detroit to Louisiana?

The distance between Detroit and Louisiana is 955 miles. The road distance is 1065 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Louisiana without a car is to train which takes 25h 48m and costs $390 - $850.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Detroit to Louisiana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Louisiana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Detroit to Louisiana train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Louisiana?

The best way to get from Detroit to Louisiana is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $440 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $390 - $850 and takes 25h 48m, you could also bus, which costs $180 - $370 and takes 26h 50m.

Where does the Detroit to Louisiana bus arrive?

Detroit to Louisiana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Montgomery Intermodal Center station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Louisiana?

Louisiana is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 5:48 AM in Detroit and 4:48 AM in Louisiana.

Where does the Detroit to Louisiana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Detroit to Louisiana?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Louisiana is 1065 miles. It takes approximately 17h 30m to drive from Detroit to Louisiana.

How do I get a train ticket from Detroit to Louisiana?

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

Book your Detroit to Louisiana bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Louisiana?

There are 1031+ hotels available in Louisiana.

Detroit to Louisiana - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Detroit to Louisiana by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)plane DTW - MSY
4h 30m
$442–1,102
Fly to Shreveport
cheapest
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Shreveport (SHV)plane DTW - SHV
8h 10m
$112–552
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain City of New Orleans
25h 48m
$391–833
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Montgomery Intermodal Centerbus Greyhound US0112
2. Take the bus from Montgomery Intermodal Center to New Orleans Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0602
26h 50m
$186–361
Drive 1,058.8 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to New Orleanscar 1,058.8 mi
17h 30m
$194–280
Fly to Lafayette Regional Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)plane DTW - LFT
6h 41m
$133–615
Fly to Lake Charles Regional Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH)plane DTW - LCH
7h 28m
$173–565
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 New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain City of New Orleans
27h 25m
$396–792

Detroit to Louisiana by train (Amtrak)

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25h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 949.1 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

Delta and Southwest Airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detroit to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal via Chicago Union Station in around 25h 48m.

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