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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Detroit is to bus which costs $27 - $70 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Detroit is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs $130 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Indianapolis, IN and arriving at Detroit, MI. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Detroit?

The distance between Indianapolis and Detroit is 281 miles. The road distance is 277.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $27 - $70.

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

The bus from Indianapolis, IN to Detroit, MI takes 5h 5m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Detroit bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Detroit train from?

Indianapolis to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train, bus or fly from Indianapolis to Detroit?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Detroit is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $27 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $220 and takes 11h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $130 - $370 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Detroit bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Detroit bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Detroit, MI station.

Where does the Indianapolis to Detroit train arrive?

Indianapolis to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Detroit is 278 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Indianapolis to Detroit.

How do I get a train ticket from Indianapolis to Detroit?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Detroit?

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Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 418+ hotels available in Detroit.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Indianapolis to Detroit by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Detroit, MIbus Cincinnati
5h 5m
$27–70
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
11h 20m
$81–213
Drive 276.2 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Detroitcar 276.2 mi
4h 51m
$51–73
Fly from Indianapolis
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Detroit (DTW)plane IND - DTW
4h 21m
$134–364
Bus to Fort Wayne International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Fort Wayne, INbus
2. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Detroit (DTW)plane FWA - DTW
5h 52m
$73–368

Indianapolis to Detroit by bus

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5h 5mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 278.9 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

Barons Bus operates a bus from Indianapolis, IN to Detroit, MI once daily. Tickets cost $27–70 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Indianapolis to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 11h 20m.

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