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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Detroit is to bus which costs $35 - $95 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Detroit is to subway and fly which takes 4h 47m and costs $70 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Cass & Michigan via Michigan & Washington, Chicago Union Station and Dearborn Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Davis and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Evanston to Detroit?

The distance between Evanston and Detroit is 296 miles. The road distance is 295.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs $75 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Evanston to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Detroit bus from?

Evanston to Detroit bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Detroit train from?

Evanston to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Evanston to Detroit?

The best way to get from Evanston to Detroit is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs $75 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus via Dearborn Transit Center, which costs $80 - $140 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Evanston to Detroit bus arrive?

Evanston to Detroit bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Dearborn station.

What is the time difference between Evanston and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Evanston. It is currently 6:13 PM in Evanston and 7:13 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Evanston to Detroit train arrive?

Evanston to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Detroit station.

Can I drive from Evanston to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Detroit is 295 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Evanston to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 243+ hotels available in Detroit.

Evanston to Detroit - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, subway, and plane

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
7h 12m
$78–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
8h 11m
$38–95
Bus via Dearborn Transit Center (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 41m
$84–134
Drive 293.5 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Detroitcar 293.5 mi
4h 59m
$54–78
Subway, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Davis to Adams/Wabashsubway
2. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
4h 47m
$72–462
Subway to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Davis to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
5h 5m
$136–382
Bus, bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Davis CTA Station to O'Hare MMF Bay 9bus
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 34m
$119–593
Subway to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the subway from Davis to Clark/Lakesubway
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
6h 19m
$48–284
Train to South Bend, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Millennium Station to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)plane SBN - DTW
7h 5m
$88–522

Evanston to Detroit by subway, foot, and train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

7h 12mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.4 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $75–170 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearborn twice a week. Tickets cost $80–130 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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