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

The cheapest way to get from Skokie to Detroit is to bus which costs $40 - $85 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skokie to Detroit is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $130 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Skokie and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Skokie to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Crawford Ave & Madison St 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 7m.

Is there a direct train between Skokie and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Skokie to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Edgebrook and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Skokie to Detroit?

The distance between Skokie and Detroit is 294 miles. The road distance is 296.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skokie to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs $75 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Skokie to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skokie to Detroit bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Skokie to Detroit train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Skokie to Detroit?

The best way to get from Skokie to Detroit is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs $75 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus via Dearborn Transit Center, which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 7m, you could also fly, which costs $130 - $750 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Skokie to Detroit bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Skokie and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Skokie. It is currently 10:10 PM in Skokie and 11:10 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Skokie to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skokie to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Skokie to Detroit is 296 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Skokie to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 502+ hotels available in Detroit.

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There are 8 ways to get from Skokie to Detroit by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), subway, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
6h 52m
$79–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
9h 18m
$42–83
Bus via Dearborn Transit Center (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 7m
$87–128
Drive 294.3 mi
1. Drive from Skokie to Detroitcar 294.3 mi
4h 59m
$54–78
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 13m
$136–710
Subway, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Howard 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 56m
$136–472
Bus, bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Dempster - Skokie 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 19m
$739–1,143
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
5h 29m
$47–292

Skokie to Detroit by train (Amtrak)

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6h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 292.1 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $75–170 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearborn twice a week. Tickets cost $80–120 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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