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

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Detroit is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Detroit is to drive which takes 5h 51m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Detroit?

The distance between DeKalb and Detroit is 356 miles. The road distance is 340.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from DeKalb to Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $45 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from DeKalb to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Detroit bus from?

DeKalb to Detroit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Train or bus from DeKalb to Detroit?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Detroit is to bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $45 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $160 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the DeKalb to Detroit bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between DeKalb and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of DeKalb. It is currently 1:15 AM in DeKalb and 2:15 AM in Detroit.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Detroit is 341 miles. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from DeKalb to Detroit.

How do I get a bus ticket from DeKalb to Detroit?

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

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 418+ hotels available in Detroit.

DeKalb to Detroit - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 12 bus

There are 8 ways to get from DeKalb to Detroit by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, train, subway, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
8h 35m
$48–115
Train
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
8h 57m
$52–156
Drive 338.7 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Detroitcar 338.7 mi
5h 51m
$62–90
Line 12 bus, train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Locust St. at 2nd St. - EB Stop #623 to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662bus
2. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain
3. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midwaysubway
4. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
6h 59m
$60–383
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2552
11h 47m
$54–141
Line 12 bus, train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Locust St. at 2nd St. - EB Stop #623 to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662bus
2. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain
3. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
7h 15m
$120–363
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
3. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
8h 30m
$58–311
Train, train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
9h 12m
$342–688

DeKalb to Detroit by bus

14Weekly Buses

8h 35mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 354 mi
Duration: 8h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Dekalb to Detroit Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station in around 8h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locust St at N 6th St - EB Stop #624 to Detroit via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, Chicago OTC, and Chicago Union Station in around 8h 57m.

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