What is the cheapest way to get from San Antonio to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from San Antonio to Detroit is to bus and fly which costs $130 - $1,100 and takes 7h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Antonio to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from San Antonio to Detroit is to fly which takes 5h 52m and costs $220 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between San Antonio and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from San Antonio to Detroit. However, there are services departing from St Marys Btwn Market & Villita and arriving at Cass & Michigan via Tornado Bus Co - San Antonio, Ogden & Kedzie, Chicago Union Station and Dearborn Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 30m.

Is there a direct train between San Antonio and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from San Antonio station to Detroit. However, there are services departing from San Antonio Station and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 21m.

How far is it from San Antonio to Detroit?

The distance between San Antonio and Detroit is 1253 miles. The road distance is 1427.2 miles.

How do I travel from San Antonio to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from San Antonio to Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 32h 30m and costs $280 - $500.

How long does it take to get from San Antonio to Detroit?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from San Antonio to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Antonio to Detroit bus from?

San Antonio to Detroit bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - San Antonio station.

Where do I catch the San Antonio to Detroit train from?

San Antonio to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Antonio Station.

Train, bus or fly from San Antonio to Detroit?

The best way to get from San Antonio to Detroit is to fly which takes 5h 52m and costs $220 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $280 - $500 and takes 32h 30m, you could also train, which costs $500 - $1,100 and takes 37h 21m.

Where does the San Antonio to Detroit bus arrive?

San Antonio to Detroit bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between San Antonio and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of San Antonio. It is currently 7:45 AM in San Antonio and 8:45 AM in Detroit.

Where does the San Antonio to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Antonio to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between San Antonio to Detroit is 1427 miles. It takes approximately 23h 42m to drive from San Antonio to Detroit.

How do I get a train ticket from San Antonio to Detroit?

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How do I get a bus ticket from San Antonio to Detroit?

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There are 6 ways to get from San Antonio to Detroit by plane, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Fly San Antonio International Airport to Detroit
best
1. Fly from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Detroit (DTW)plane SAT - DTW
5h 52m
$223–953
Bus to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, fly to Detroit
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Antonio Bus Station to Austin Eastside Bus Plazabus
2. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Detroit (DTW)plane AUS - DTW
7h 53m
$137–1,030
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - San Antonio to Chicagobus Querétaro
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
32h 30m
$286–498
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Antonio Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Texas Eagle
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
37h 21m
$514–1,038
Drive 1,418.9 mi
1. Drive from San Antonio to Detroitcar 1,418.9 mi
23h 42m
$259–374
Fly San Antonio International Airport to Windsor Airport
1. Fly from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Windsor Airport (YQG)plane SAT - YQG
10h 49m
$224–954

San Antonio to Detroit by bus, taxi, and foot

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Distance: 1,245.7 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between San Antonio, TX, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Delta, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines fly from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Detroit (DTW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Marys Btwn Market & Villita to Cass & Michigan via I-35 N Access & Marek St, Tornado Bus Co - San Antonio, Chicago, Ogden & Kedzie, Jefferson & Washington, Chicago Union Station, and Dearborn Transit Center in around 32h 30m.

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