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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Detroit is to fly which costs $160 - $750 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Detroit is to fly which takes 7h 8m and costs $160 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at Cass & Michigan via Pasco Bus Stop, Denver Union Station, Chicago Union Station and Dearborn Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Portland to Detroit?

The distance between Portland and Detroit is 1993 miles. The road distance is 2381.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 2 days 4h and costs $1,300 - $2,200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Portland to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Detroit bus from?

Portland to Detroit bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Detroit train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Portland to Detroit?

The best way to get from Portland to Detroit is to fly which takes 7h 8m and costs $160 - $750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1,300 - $2,200 and takes 2 days 4h, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Portland to Detroit bus arrive?

Portland to Detroit bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Pasco Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Portland and Detroit?

Detroit is 3h ahead of Portland. It is currently 11:54 AM in Portland and 2:54 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Portland to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Detroit is 2382 miles. It takes approximately 37h 35m to drive from Portland to Detroit.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Detroit?

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There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Detroit by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound, Amtrak), car, or train

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Fly from Portland International Airport
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Detroit (DTW)plane PDX - DTW
7h 8m
$165–705
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
2d 4h
$1,385–2,135
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Pasco Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Pasco Bus Stop to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus
2d 7h
Drive 2,368.1 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Detroitcar 2,368.1 mi
37h 35m
$433–625
Train to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Portland to Tacomatrain
2. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Detroit (DTW)plane SEA - DTW
10h 7m
$334–676

Portland to Detroit by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,981 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Delta, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Detroit (DTW) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portland to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 2d 4h.

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