What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Chicago Loop is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Chicago Loop is to fly and subway which takes 3h 59m and costs $75 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Washington & Lasalle via Jefferson & Harrison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Detroit and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Detroit to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Detroit and Chicago Loop is 282 miles. The road distance is 283.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Chicago Loop without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $150 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Detroit to Chicago Loop?

The train from Detroit to Chicago Union Station takes 5h 6m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Chicago Loop bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Detroit to Chicago Loop train from?

Detroit to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Detroit to Chicago Loop is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $150 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 6h 17m, you could also fly, which costs $130 - $800 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Detroit to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Detroit and Chicago Loop?

Chicago Loop is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 7:21 AM in Detroit and 6:21 AM in Chicago Loop.

Where does the Detroit to Chicago Loop train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Detroit to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Chicago Loop is 284 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Detroit to Chicago Loop.

How do I get a train ticket from Detroit to Chicago Loop?

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Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

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Detroit to Chicago Loop - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
5h 6m
$150–240
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flintbus
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FNT - ORD
4h 57m
$47–259
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
6h 17m
$49–81
Drive 281.9 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Chicago Loopcar 281.9 mi
4h 41m
$49–70
Fly Detroit to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
4h 5m
$134–757
Bus via Woodward & Baltimore (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 43m
Fly Detroit to Chicago Midway International Airport, subway
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
2. Take the subway from Midway to Washington/Wellssubway
3h 59m
$79–557
Fly Detroit to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN)plane DTW - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Millennium Stationtrain
5h 45m
$76–479
Fly Detroit to General Mitchell International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DTW - MKE
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
6h 12m
$999–1,141

Detroit to Chicago Loop by train (Amtrak)

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 280.3 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Detroit to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $150–240 and the journey takes 5h 6m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $50–80 and the journey takes 6h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route 3 times a day.

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