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

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Detroit is to drive and bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dayton to Detroit is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Dayton to Detroit?

The distance between Dayton and Detroit is 214 miles. The road distance is 208.1 miles.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Dayton to Detroit, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dayton to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Dayton to Detroit is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Dayton to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 514+ hotels available in Detroit.

Dayton to Detroit - 6 ways to travel via car, bus, plane, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Dayton to Detroit by car, bus, plane, or taxi

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Drive, bus (Greyhound)
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1. Drive from Meijer @ Executive to Lima Regional Transit Authoritycar
2. Take the bus from Lima Regional Transit Authority to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0110
5h 33m
$36–55
Drive 206.9 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Detroitcar 206.9 mi
3h 25m
$38–55
Drive to Fort Wayne International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Dayton to Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA)car
2. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Detroit (DTW)plane FWA - DTW
5h 2m
$73–422
Drive, bus via Jefferson @ Booher (Greyhound)
1. Drive from Meijer @ Executive to Lima Regional Transit Authoritycar
2. Take the bus from Lima Regional Transit Authority to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0110
5h 35m
$36–55
Taxi, bus to Covington, fly
1. Take the taxi from Dayton to Meijer - Middletowntaxi
2. Take the bus from Meijer - Middletown to Government Square Area Dbus
3. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Detroit (DTW)plane CVG - DTW
5h 50m
$814–1,374
Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly
1. Drive from Dayton to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Detroit (DTW)plane LEX - DTW
5h 18m
$92–468

Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Detroit (DTW) flights

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1h 4mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.8 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Dayton, OH, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dayton to Detroit. However, you can take the line 19 bus to Meijer @ Executive, drive to Lima Regional Transit Authority, then take the bus to Detroit Bus Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Dayton to Detroit in around 3h 25m.

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