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 10m.

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 9h 4m and costs $220 - $750.

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 618.5 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 bus which takes 15h 39m and costs $170 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 9h 4m to get from Detroit Lakes to Topeka, including transfers.

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 bus which takes 15h 39m and costs $170 - $380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $700 and takes 22h 54m.

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 618 miles. It takes approximately 10h 10m 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 34+ 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 (Amtrak), car, or train

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
9h 4m
$223–715
Train, bus
cheapest
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
$98–292
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 Topekabus
15h 39m
$173–379
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
$159–690
Drive 614.9 mi
1. Drive from Detroit Lakes to Topekacar 614.9 mi
10h 10m
$113–163
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
11h 53m
$149–638
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
12h 35m
$162–693

Detroit Lakes to Topeka by train (Amtrak)

13Weekly Trains

22h 54mAverage Duration

$159Cheapest Price

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Distance: 676.4 mi
Duration: 9h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Detroit Lakes to Topeka via Fargo, Sioux Falls, Omaha, 16th & Jackson NW, Omaha, and Topeka in around 15h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to Topeka Station via Chicago Union Station in around 22h 54m.

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