What is the cheapest way to get from Vernon Hills to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Vernon Hills to Detroit is to train and bus which costs $50 - $100 and takes 8h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vernon Hills to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Vernon Hills to Detroit is to train and fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $150 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Vernon Hills and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Vernon Hills to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Vernon Hills and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Vernon Hills to Detroit?

The distance between Vernon Hills and Detroit is 315 miles. The road distance is 314.1 miles.

How do I travel from Vernon Hills to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Vernon Hills to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs $95 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Vernon Hills to Detroit?

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Vernon Hills to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vernon Hills to Detroit train from?

Vernon Hills to Detroit train services, operated by Metra, depart from Vernon Hills station.

What is the time difference between Vernon Hills and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Vernon Hills. It is currently 3:43 AM in Vernon Hills and 4:43 AM in Detroit.

Where does the Vernon Hills to Detroit train arrive?

Vernon Hills to Detroit train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Vernon Hills to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Vernon Hills to Detroit is 314 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Vernon Hills to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 473+ hotels available in Detroit.

Vernon Hills to Detroit - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Vernon Hills to Detroit by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Vernon Hills to Chicago Union Stationtrain Ncs
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
7h 29m
$95–196
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vernon Hills to Chicago Union Stationtrain Ncs
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
8h 33m
$50–96
Train, bus via Dearborn Transit Center
1. Take the train from Vernon Hills to Chicago Union Stationtrain Ncs
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 48m
$102–148
Drive 312.2 mi
1. Drive from Vernon Hills to Detroitcar 312.2 mi
5h 24m
$57–83
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Vernon Hills to O'Hare Transfertrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 33m
$156–657
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Vernon Hills to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
5h 37m
$139–473
Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
6h 2m
$641–1,045
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 45m
$53–301

Vernon Hills to Detroit by train

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Distance: 313.3 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a train from Vernon Hills to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 29m.

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