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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Detroit is to train and bus which costs $50 - $100 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Detroit is to bus and fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $150 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 and arriving at Cass & Michigan via Jefferson Park Transit Center, Chicago Union Station and Dearborn Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Elgin to Detroit?

The distance between Elgin and Detroit is 286 miles. The road distance is 322.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs $95 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Elgin to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Detroit bus from?

Elgin to Detroit bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Detroit train from?

Elgin to Detroit train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Detroit?

The best way to get from Elgin to Detroit is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs $95 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $160 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Elgin to Detroit bus arrive?

Elgin to Detroit bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Rosemont CTA Station.

What is the time difference between Elgin and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Elgin. It is currently 3:01 PM in Elgin and 4:01 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Elgin to Detroit train arrive?

Elgin to Detroit train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Detroit is 322 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Elgin to Detroit.

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

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Where can I stay near Detroit?

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

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Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 32m
$157–661
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
8h 41m
$51–97
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
7h 37m
$96–197
Drive 320.5 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Detroitcar 320.5 mi
5h 23m
$59–85
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
5h 45m
$140–474
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
3. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
5h 43m
$54–305
Bus, bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Mitchell Airportbus
3. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
6h 38m
$641–1,045
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 603
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 47m
$105–154

Elgin to Detroit by train

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7h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 284.5 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Cass & Michigan via Rosemont CTA Station, Rosemont, Jefferson Park, Jefferson Park Transit Center, Washington & Jefferson, Chicago Union Station, and Dearborn Transit Center in around 8h 47m.

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