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

The cheapest way to get from Austin to Detroit is to fly which costs $130 - $290 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Austin to Detroit is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $130 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Austin and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Austin to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from 534 Red River St Austin and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Dallas Bus Station and Nashville Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Austin and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Austin to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Austin and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 40m.

How far is it from Austin to Detroit?

The distance between Austin and Detroit is 1186 miles. The road distance is 1349.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Austin to Detroit without a car is to bus via Nashville which takes 30h 19m and costs $180 - $480.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Austin to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Austin to Detroit bus from?

Austin to Detroit bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from 534 Red River St Austin station.

Where do I catch the Austin to Detroit train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Austin to Detroit?

The best way to get from Austin to Detroit is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $130 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus via Nashville, which costs $180 - $480 and takes 30h 19m, you could also train, which costs $220 - $850 and takes 34h 40m.

Where does the Austin to Detroit bus arrive?

Austin to Detroit bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at 593 S Lamar St Dallas station.

What is the time difference between Austin and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Austin. It is currently 1:21 AM in Austin and 2:21 AM in Detroit.

Where does the Austin to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Austin to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Austin to Detroit is 1349 miles. It takes approximately 22h 13m to drive from Austin to Detroit.

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

Book your Austin to Detroit train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 493+ hotels available in Detroit.

Austin to Detroit - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Austin to Detroit by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
best
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Detroit (DTW)AUS - DTW
5h 50m
$133–284
Bus via Nashville
1. Take the bus from 534 Red River St Austin to 593 S Lamar St Dallas
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Nashville Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Detroit Bus Station
30h 19m
$181–472
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Austin to Chicago Union StationTexas Eagle
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to DetroitWolverine
34h 40m
$225–816
Drive 1,341.6 mi
1. Drive from Austin to Detroit1,341.6 mi
22h 13m
$245–354
Bus to San Antonio International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from 534 Red River St Austin to San Antonio
2. Fly from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Detroit (DTW)SAT - DTW
8h 2m
$165–538
Bus
1. Take the bus from Austin to Dallas
2. Take the bus from Dallas Jefferson to Chicago
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus Station
31h 40m
$252–445

Austin to Detroit by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

30h 19mAverage Duration

$181Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,179.1 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

Delta and Southwest Airlines fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Detroit (DTW) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 534 Red River St Austin to Detroit Bus Station via 593 S Lamar St Dallas, Dallas Bus Station, and Nashville Bus Station in around 30h 19m.

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