What is the cheapest way to get from Northwestern University to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Northwestern University to Detroit is to bus which costs $50 - $100 and takes 8h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northwestern University to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Northwestern University to Detroit is to subway and fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $130 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Northwestern University and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Northwestern University to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Sheridan & Foster and arriving at Cass & Michigan via Paulina & Howard Terminal, Michigan & Washington, Chicago Union Station and Dearborn Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Northwestern University and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Northwestern University to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Northwestern University to Detroit?

The distance between Northwestern University and Detroit is 296 miles. The road distance is 296.1 miles.

How do I travel from Northwestern University to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Northwestern University to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs $95 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Northwestern University to Detroit?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Northwestern University to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northwestern University to Detroit bus from?

Northwestern University to Detroit bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where do I catch the Northwestern University to Detroit train from?

Northwestern University to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Northwestern University to Detroit?

The best way to get from Northwestern University to Detroit is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs $95 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus via Dearborn Transit Center, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Northwestern University to Detroit bus arrive?

Northwestern University to Detroit bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Dearborn station.

What is the time difference between Northwestern University and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Northwestern University. It is currently 3:14 AM in Northwestern University and 4:14 AM in Detroit.

Where does the Northwestern University to Detroit train arrive?

Northwestern University to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Detroit station.

Can I drive from Northwestern University to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Northwestern University to Detroit is 296 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Northwestern University to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 473+ hotels available in Detroit.

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There are 9 ways to get from Northwestern University to Detroit by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, subway, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
7h 13m
$97–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
8h 22m
$50–98
Bus via Dearborn Transit Center (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 16m
$100–144
Drive 294.4 mi
1. Drive from Northwestern University to Detroitcar 294.4 mi
5h 2m
$54–78
Subway, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Foster to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
4h 59m
$136–472
Subway to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Foster to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
5h 21m
$156–662
Bus, bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Davis CTA Station to O'Hare MMF Bay 9bus
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 47m
$639–1,043
Subway to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the subway from Foster to Clark/Lakesubway
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
6h 32m
$54–306
Train to South Bend, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Millennium Station to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)plane SBN - DTW
7h 24m
$78–462

Northwestern University to Detroit by foot, train, and bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 293.9 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearborn twice a week. Tickets cost $95–140 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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