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 $30 - $95 and takes 8h 15m.

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 43m and costs $55 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Michigan & Washington and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

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 Evanston and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Evanston to Detroit?

The distance between Evanston and Detroit is 294 miles. The road distance is 295.2 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 6h 55m and costs $45 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus 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 6h 55m and costs $45 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $95 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Evanston to Detroit bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Evanston and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Evanston. It is currently 5:00 PM in Evanston and 6:00 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 5h to drive from Evanston to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 418+ 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 (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, subway, plane, bus (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
6h 55m
$49–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
8h 15m
$32–92
Drive 293.5 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Detroitcar 293.5 mi
5h
$54–78
Subway, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Main to Washington/Wabashsubway
2. Take the subway from Washington/Wabash to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
4h 43m
$56–372
Bus via Auburn Gresham (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2552
9h 34m
$48–125
Subway to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the subway from Main to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
5h
$116–352
Subway to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the subway from Main 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 15m
$54–300
Bus, bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Dodge 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 42m
$345–589
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 6m
$72–452

Evanston to Detroit by train and foot (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.6 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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 $45–140 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 6h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route twice daily.

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