What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Rapids to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Rapids to Detroit is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Rapids to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Elk Rapids to Detroit is to fly which takes 2h 55m and costs $100 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Elk Rapids and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Rapids to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Traverse City and arriving at Detroit via Grand Rapids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Elk Rapids to Detroit?

The distance between Elk Rapids and Detroit is 246 miles. The road distance is 247.6 miles.

How do I travel from Elk Rapids to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Elk Rapids to Detroit without a car is to taxi and bus and train which takes 9h 48m and costs $150 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Elk Rapids to Detroit?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Elk Rapids to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Rapids to Detroit bus from?

Elk Rapids to Detroit bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City station.

Bus or fly from Elk Rapids to Detroit?

The best way to get from Elk Rapids to Detroit is to fly which takes 2h 55m and costs $100 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $180 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Elk Rapids to Detroit bus arrive?

Elk Rapids to Detroit bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Grand Rapids station.

Can I drive from Elk Rapids to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Rapids to Detroit is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Elk Rapids to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 510+ hotels available in Detroit.

Elk Rapids to Detroit - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Elk Rapids to Detroit by plane, taxi, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Detroit (DTW)plane TVC - DTW
2h 55m
$108–472
Drive 246.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elk Rapids to Detroitcar 246.1 mi
4h 30m
$45–65
Taxi, bus, train
1. Take the taxi from Elk Rapids to Kingsleytaxi
2. Take the bus from Kingsley to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus
3. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Detroittrain
9h 48m
$153–244
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus It 81
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Detroitbus It 22
9h 55m
$115–176
Bus via Kalamazoo
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus 1484
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
10h
$112–166

Traverse City (TVC) to Detroit (DTW) flights

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.7 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Elk Rapids, MI, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Delta flies from Traverse City (TVC) to Detroit (DTW) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Elk Rapids to Detroit via Traverse City and Grand Rapids in around 9h 55m.

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