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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Mackinaw is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Mackinaw is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 58m and costs $140 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Mackinaw?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Mackinaw. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Mackinaw?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Mackinaw. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Detroit to Mackinaw?

The distance between Detroit and Mackinaw is 428 miles. The road distance is 405.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Mackinaw without a car is to train which takes 8h 44m and costs $200 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Detroit to Mackinaw, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Mackinaw bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Detroit to Mackinaw train from?

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

Train or bus from Detroit to Mackinaw?

The best way to get from Detroit to Mackinaw is to train which takes 8h 44m and costs $200 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $140 - $230 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Detroit to Mackinaw bus arrive?

Detroit to Mackinaw bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Mackinaw?

Mackinaw is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 6:16 AM in Detroit and 5:16 AM in Mackinaw.

Where does the Detroit to Mackinaw train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Detroit to Mackinaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Mackinaw is 406 miles. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from Detroit to Mackinaw.

Where can I stay near Mackinaw?

There are 33+ hotels available in Mackinaw.

Detroit to Mackinaw - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

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

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 Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
8h 44m
$202–353
Drive 403.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit to Mackinawcar 403.4 mi
6h 57m
$74–107
Bus via Indianapolis (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0112
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Bloomington-Normalbus Greyhound US0157S
10h 25m
$144–225
Fly to Peoria International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Peoria International Airport (PIA)plane DTW - PIA
2. Take the taxi from Peoria-Airport-PIA to Mackinawtaxi
5h 58m
$142–482
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Peoria, PC Plazabus Peoria line
13h 54m
$216–294
Fly to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal, taxi
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)plane DTW - BMI
2. Take the taxi from Bloomington-Airport-BMI to Mackinawtaxi
6h 11m
$147–492

Detroit (DTW) to Peoria International Airport (PIA) flights

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5h 2mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Detroit to Mackinaw.

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Distance: 425.7 mi
Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Mackinaw, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit to Mackinaw via Chicago Union Station and Bloomington-Normal in around 8h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Mackinaw via Indianapolis Union Station and Bloomington-Normal in around 10h 25m.

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