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

The cheapest way to get from Galesburg to Detroit is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galesburg to Detroit is to taxi and fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $180 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Galesburg and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Galesburg to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Galesburg and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Galesburg and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Galesburg station to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Galesburg Amtrak Station and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Galesburg to Detroit?

The distance between Galesburg and Detroit is 445 miles. The road distance is 437.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galesburg to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 9h 15m and costs $140 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 9h 15m to get from Galesburg to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galesburg to Detroit bus from?

Galesburg to Detroit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Galesburg station.

Where do I catch the Galesburg to Detroit train from?

Galesburg to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Galesburg to Detroit?

The best way to get from Galesburg to Detroit is to train which takes 9h 15m and costs $140 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $170 and takes 11h 50m.

Where does the Galesburg to Detroit bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Galesburg and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Galesburg. It is currently 4:06 PM in Galesburg and 5:06 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Galesburg to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galesburg to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Galesburg to Detroit is 438 miles. It takes approximately 7h 42m to drive from Galesburg to Detroit.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Detroit?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
9h 15m
$143–296
Drive 435.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galesburg to Detroitcar 435.1 mi
7h 42m
$80–115
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Detroitbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 45m
$148–246
Taxi to Quad City International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Galesburg to Moline-Airport-MLItaxi
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Detroit (DTW)plane MLI - DTW
6h 3m
$188–555
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Galesburg to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0112
11h 50m
$86–161
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Detroit (DTW)plane PIA - DTW
7h 51m
$84–436
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
7h 16m
$190–576
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
7h 45m
$207–763

Galesburg to Detroit by train (Amtrak)

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9h 15mAverage Duration

$143Cheapest Price

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Distance: 442.2 mi
Duration: 9h 15m

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

You can take a train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galesburg to Detroit Bus Station via Indianapolis Union Station in around 11h 50m.

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