What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Detroit?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Detroit is to bus which costs $30 - $95 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Detroit?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Detroit is to subway and fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $45 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Detroit Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Detroit. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Detroit?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Detroit is 282 miles. The road distance is 283.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Detroit without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $50 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Detroit?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit takes 5h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Detroit bus from?

Chicago Loop to Detroit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Detroit train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago Loop to Detroit?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Detroit is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $50 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $95 and takes 6h 5m, you could also fly, which costs $110 - $340 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Detroit bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Detroit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago Loop and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Chicago Loop. It is currently 3:53 PM in Chicago Loop and 4:53 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Detroit is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Chicago Loop to Detroit.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago Loop to Detroit?

Book your Chicago Loop to Detroit train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago Loop to Detroit?

Book your Chicago Loop to Detroit bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 427+ hotels available in Detroit.

Chicago Loop to Detroit - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 9 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Detroit by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, subway, plane, bus (Flixbus), train, or bus

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to DetroitWolverine
5h 20m
$50–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus StationGreyhound US0160
6h 5m
$30–95
Drive 281.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Detroit281.6 mi
4h 39m
$52–75
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Washington/Wells to Midway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)MDW - DTW
4h 10m
$50–337
Bus via Chicago (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus StationFlixBus 2552
8h 58m
$48–125
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)ORD - DTW
4h 26m
$114–337
Train to South Bend, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Millennium Station to South Bend Airport
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)SBN - DTW
5h 35m
$70–426
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)MKE - DTW
5h 39m
$266–670
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)ORD - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Station
5h 40m
$48–289

Chicago Loop to Detroit by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 280.3 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $50–150 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $30–80 and the journey takes 6h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route twice daily.

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