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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Detroit is to train and bus which costs $45 - $90 and takes 10h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Detroit is to bus and fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $110 - $360.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Elgin to Detroit?

The distance between Elgin and Detroit is 286 miles. The road distance is 320.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs $80 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Elgin to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Detroit train from?

Elgin to Detroit train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Detroit?

The best way to get from Elgin to Detroit is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs $80 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 9h 35m.

What is the time difference between Elgin and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Elgin. It is currently 4:48 PM in Elgin and 5:48 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Elgin to Detroit train arrive?

Elgin to Detroit train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Detroit is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Elgin to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Detroit.

Elgin to Detroit - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and subway

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

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

Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 27m
$117–351
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 603
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
9h 35m
$42–109
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
7h 37m
$81–177
Drive 318.4 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Detroitcar 318.4 mi
5h 30m
$59–84
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
5h 43m
$55–364
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
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
5h 42m
$42–263
Bus, bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Mitchell Airportbus
3. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
6h 41m
$111–545
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2552
10h 28m
$48–87

Elgin to Detroit by train

21Weekly Trains

7h 37mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Elgin to Detroit.

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Distance: 284.5 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Detroit Bus Station via Rosemont CTA Station, Rosemont, Cumberland, Chicago, and Chicago Bus Station in around 9h 35m.

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