What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Detroit, MI?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Detroit, MI is to bus which costs $40 - $85 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Detroit, MI?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Detroit, MI is to subway and fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $130 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Detroit, MI?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Detroit Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Detroit, MI?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Detroit, MI. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Detroit via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Chicago to Detroit, MI?

The distance between Chicago and Detroit, MI is 286 miles. The road distance is 282 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Detroit, MI without a car is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $90 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Detroit, MI?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Chicago to Detroit, MI, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Detroit, MI bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Detroit, MI train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Detroit, MI?

The best way to get from Chicago to Detroit, MI is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $90 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus via Woodward & Baltimore, which costs $100 - $150 and takes 5h 53m, you could also fly, which costs $150 - $600 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Chicago to Detroit, MI bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Detroit, MI?

Detroit, MI is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 1:37 PM in Chicago and 2:37 PM in Detroit, MI.

Where does the Chicago to Detroit, MI train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Detroit, MI?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Detroit, MI is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Chicago to Detroit, MI.

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

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

Where can I stay near Detroit, MI?

There are 490+ hotels available in Detroit, MI.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
5h 53m
$93–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
6h 15m
$40–85
Bus via Woodward & Baltimore (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Detroitbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 53m
$102–145
Drive 280.3 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Detroit, MIcar 280.3 mi
4h 38m
$52–74
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
4h 13m
$134–467
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 43m
$154–557
Train to South Bend, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)plane SBN - DTW
5h 43m
$75–476
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
5h 43m
$632–1,071
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 44m
$52–301

Chicago to Detroit, MI by train, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

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5h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 283.9 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Detroit twice a week. Tickets cost $100–150 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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