What is the cheapest way to get from Midtown Detroit to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Midtown Detroit to Chicago is to bus via Lafayette & Fifth which costs $45 - $95 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Midtown Detroit to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Midtown Detroit to Chicago is to line 4 bus and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs $130 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Midtown Detroit and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Midtown Detroit to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Woodward & Alexandrine and arriving at Chicago Union Station via Detroit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Midtown Detroit and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Midtown Detroit to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Canfield St - Northbound and arriving at Chicago Union Station via Detroit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Midtown Detroit to Chicago?

The distance between Midtown Detroit and Chicago is 283 miles. The road distance is 281.5 miles.

How do I travel from Midtown Detroit to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Midtown Detroit to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs $90 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Midtown Detroit to Chicago?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Midtown Detroit to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Midtown Detroit to Chicago bus from?

Midtown Detroit to Chicago bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

Where do I catch the Midtown Detroit to Chicago train from?

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

Train or bus from Midtown Detroit to Chicago?

The best way to get from Midtown Detroit to Chicago is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs $90 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Midtown Detroit to Chicago bus arrive?

Midtown Detroit to Chicago bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Where does the Midtown Detroit to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midtown Detroit to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Midtown Detroit to Chicago is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Midtown Detroit to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

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Midtown Detroit to Chicago - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Midtown Detroit to Chicago by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
6h 14m
$90–190
Bus via Lafayette & Fifth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
7h 25m
$48–94
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 35m
$96–142
Drive 279.9 mi
1. Drive from Midtown Detroit to Chicagocar 279.9 mi
4h 39m
$52–74
Line 4 bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Woodward & Alexandrine to Rosa Parks Transit Center - Bay 15bus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
4h 21m
$136–468
Line 4 bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Woodward & Alexandrine to Rosa Parks Transit Center - Bay 15bus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
4h 40m
$156–658
Fly Detroit to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN)plane DTW - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Van Buren St.train
6h 33m
$86–568
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flintbus
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FNT - ORD
6h 11m
$50–254

Midtown Detroit to Chicago by tram and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 281.6 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Detroit to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 5h 6m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Station once a week. Tickets cost $95–140 and the journey takes 5h 27m.

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