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

The cheapest way to get from Elkhart to Detroit is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elkhart to Detroit is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $100 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Elkhart and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Elkhart to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Transfer Center and arriving at Detroit, MI via Goshen, IN and Fort Wayne, IN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Elkhart to Detroit?

The distance between Elkhart and Detroit is 193 miles. The road distance is 170.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elkhart to Detroit without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $22 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Elkhart to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elkhart to Detroit bus from?

Elkhart to Detroit bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Goshen, IN station.

Bus or fly from Elkhart to Detroit?

The best way to get from Elkhart to Detroit is to bus which takes 7h 4m and costs $21 - $100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $410 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Elkhart to Detroit bus arrive?

Elkhart to Detroit bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Fort Wayne, IN station.

Can I drive from Elkhart to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Elkhart to Detroit is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Elkhart to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 481+ hotels available in Detroit.

Elkhart to Detroit - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Elkhart to Detroit by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to ToledoLake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Detroit Bus StationGreyhound US0135 / ...
4h 49m
$22–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Goshen, IN to Fort Wayne, INChicago
2. Take the bus from Fort Wayne, IN to Detroit, MICincinnati
7h 4m
$21–96
Drive 169.6 mi
1. Drive from Elkhart to Detroit169.6 mi
3h 35m
$31–45
Fly
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)SBN - DTW
3h 6m
$104–409
Train, bus via Baltimore St - Southbound (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to ToledoLake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the bus from Toledo to DetroitAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 19m

Elkhart to Detroit by train and bus

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.4 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Elkhart, IN, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Transfer Center to Detroit, MI via Walmart Goshen, Goshen, IN, and Fort Wayne, IN in around 7h 4m. Alternatively, Delta flies from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW) twice daily.

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