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How to get fromDetroit to Oakland Universityby train, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Detroit to Oakland University by train, taxi, or car

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  1. Train, taxi (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Detroit to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain train Wolverine
    2. Take the taxi from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Oakland Universitytaxi taxi
    56 min
    $23–35

  2. Drive 29.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Detroit to Oakland Universitycar car 29.8 mi
    35 min
    $6–8

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Detroit to Oakland Universitytaxi taxi 29.8 mi
    35 min
    $75–95

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  • Distance: 28 mi
  • Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Oakland University, MI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Detroit to Oakland University. However, you can take the train to Pontiac Amtrak Station then take the taxi to Oakland University. Alternatively, you can drive from Detroit to Oakland University in around 35 min.

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