What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka?

The fastest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka is to taxi and fly and bus which takes 8h 58m and costs $240 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit Lakes and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit Lakes to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Detroit Lakes and arriving at Topeka via Fargo, Sioux Falls, Omaha and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit Lakes and Topeka?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit Lakes station to Topeka station. However, there are services departing from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station and arriving at Topeka Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 54m.

How far is it from Detroit Lakes to Topeka?

The distance between Detroit Lakes and Topeka is 680 miles. The road distance is 618.7 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit Lakes to Topeka without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka without a car is to train and bus which takes 18h 7m and costs $180 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka?

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit Lakes to Topeka bus from?

Detroit Lakes to Topeka bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Detroit Lakes station.

Where do I catch the Detroit Lakes to Topeka train from?

Detroit Lakes to Topeka train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Detroit Lakes to Topeka?

The best way to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka is to train which takes 22h 54m and costs $310 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $300 and takes 18h 20m.

Where does the Detroit Lakes to Topeka bus arrive?

Detroit Lakes to Topeka bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Fargo station.

Where does the Detroit Lakes to Topeka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Detroit Lakes to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit Lakes to Topeka is 619 miles. It takes approximately 10h 9m to drive from Detroit Lakes to Topeka.

How do I get a train ticket from Detroit Lakes to Topeka?

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Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 28+ hotels available in Topeka.

Detroit Lakes to Topeka - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka by taxi, plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Taxi to Hector International Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Detroit Lakes to Fargo-Airport-FARtaxi
2. Fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Kansas City (MCI)plane FAR - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
8h 58m
$243–815
Drive 615.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit Lakes to Topekacar 615.1 mi
10h 9m
$113–163
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
2. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
4. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Topekabus
18h 7m
$181–309
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Stationtrain Southwest Chief
22h 54m
$311–679
Bus to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Lakes to Brainerdbus
2. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Kansas City (MCI)plane BRD - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
12h 2m
$187–724
Train to Grand Forks International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Grand Forks Stationtrain
2. Fly from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) to Kansas City (MCI)plane GFK - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
11h 53m
$196–794
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Lakes to Fargobus
2. Take the bus from Fargo to Sioux Fallsbus
3. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Omahabus
4. Take the bus from Omaha to Kansas Citybus
5. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Topekabus
18h 20m
$196–297

Detroit Lakes to Topeka by train, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

18h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 676.5 mi
Duration: 8h 58m

What companies run services between Detroit Lakes, MN, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Topeka Station via Chicago Union Station in around 22h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Lakes to Topeka via Fargo, Sioux Falls, Omaha, and Kansas City Bus Station in around 18h 20m.

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