What is the cheapest way to get from Oakland County to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Oakland County to Detroit is to bus which costs $4 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oakland County to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Oakland County to Detroit is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Oakland County and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Oakland County to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Telegraph & Dixie Highway and arriving at Woodward & Clifford via Baldwin & Columbia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Oakland County to Detroit?

The distance between Oakland County and Detroit is 28 miles. The road distance is 31.4 miles.

How do I travel from Oakland County to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Oakland County to Detroit without a car is to taxi and train which takes 50 min and costs $24 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Oakland County to Detroit?

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Oakland County to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oakland County to Detroit bus from?

Oakland County to Detroit bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, depart from Baldwin & Columbia station.

Where does the Oakland County to Detroit bus arrive?

Oakland County to Detroit bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, arrive at Woodward & Clifford station.

Can I drive from Oakland County to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland County to Detroit is 31 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Oakland County to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 440+ hotels available in Detroit.

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There are 4 ways to get from Oakland County to Detroit by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Oakland County to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
50 min
$24–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Baldwin & Columbia to Woodward & Cliffordbus 462
1h 50m
$4
Drive 31.2 mi
1. Drive from Oakland County to Detroitcar 31.2 mi
46 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oakland County to Detroittaxi 31.2 mi
46 min
$80–100

Oakland County to Detroit by bus

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1h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 28.3 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Oakland County, MI, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Southeast Michigan SMART operates a bus from Baldwin & Columbia to Woodward & Clifford hourly. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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