What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield is to bus which costs $70 - $150 and takes 12h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield?

The fastest way to get from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 11m and costs $170 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and University of Illinois Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to University of Illinois Springfield. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Eliza Farnham & Vachel Lindsay via Chicago Bus Station and Transfer Center Stop D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.

How far is it from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield?

The distance between Detroit and University of Illinois Springfield is 476 miles. The road distance is 458.2 miles.

Where do I catch the Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield bus from?

Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield?

The best way to get from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield is to train which takes 10h 20m and costs $65 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 12h 12m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $490 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield bus arrive?

Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield is 458 miles. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield.

Where can I stay near University of Illinois Springfield?

There are 46+ hotels available in University of Illinois Springfield.

Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield

Q: How long does it take to get from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield?

It takes approximately 10h 20m to get from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield, including transfers.

There are 6 ways to get from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, bus (Flixbus), or taxi

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union StationWolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
10h 20m
$69–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus 2510 / ...
12h 12m
$72–145
Drive 455.6 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield455.6 mi
7h 31m
$84–121
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)DTW - SPI
6h 37m
$101–487
Bus via Auburn Gresham (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to ChicagoFlixBus 2552
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus 2510 / ...
12h 57m
$78–184
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Decatur Airport (DEC)DTW - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to University of Illinois Springfield
6h 11m
$172–462

Detroit (DTW) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

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4h 57mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 473.1 mi
Duration: 10h 20m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and University of Illinois Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit to University of Illinois Springfield via Chicago Union Station, Springfield, Washington & 4th, Transfer Center Stop D, and Eliza Farnham & Vachel Lindsay in around 10h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to University of Illinois Springfield via Chicago Bus Station, Transfer Center Stop D, and Eliza Farnham & Vachel Lindsay in around 12h 12m.

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