What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit is to line 461 bus which costs $2 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Royal Oak and Downtown Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Woodward & Washington SB and arriving at Woodward & Clifford. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Royal Oak and Downtown Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit. However, there are services departing from Royal Oak Amtrak and arriving at Campus Martius - Southbound via Baltimore St - Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit?

The distance between Royal Oak and Downtown Detroit is 12 miles. The road distance is 13.7 miles.

How do I travel from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit without a car is to line 461 bus which takes 35 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit?

The line 461 bus from Woodward & Washington SB to Woodward & Clifford takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit bus from?

Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, depart from Woodward & Washington SB station.

Where do I catch the Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit train from?

Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Royal Oak Amtrak station.

Where does the Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit bus arrive?

Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, arrive at Woodward & Clifford station.

Where does the Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit train arrive?

Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Detroit station.

Can I drive from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit is 14 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit.

How do I get a train ticket from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit?

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Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 461 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit by bus, train, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 461 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Woodward & Washington SB to Woodward & Cliffordbus 461 / ...
35 min
$2
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Royal Oak Amtrak to Detroittrain Wolverine
2. Take the tram from Baltimore St - Southbound to Campus Martius - Southboundtram Qline
50 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroittaxi 13.6 mi
16 min
$35–45
Drive 13.6 mi
1. Drive from Royal Oak to Downtown Detroitcar 13.6 mi
16 min
$3–4

Royal Oak to Downtown Detroit by bus

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Royal Oak, MI, USA and Downtown Detroit, MI, USA?

Southeast Michigan SMART operates a bus from Woodward & Washington SB to Woodward & Clifford every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 35 min.

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