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

The cheapest way to get from Minneapolis to Detroit is to bus which costs $90 - $190 and takes 16h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minneapolis to Detroit is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $130 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Minneapolis and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Minneapolis station to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Minneapolis Bus Station and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Milwaukee Mitchell Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Minneapolis and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Minneapolis station to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Government Plaza Station and arriving at Detroit via St. Paul-Minneapolis and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 27m.

How far is it from Minneapolis to Detroit?

The distance between Minneapolis and Detroit is 559 miles. The road distance is 692.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minneapolis to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 15h 27m and costs $110 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Minneapolis to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minneapolis to Detroit bus from?

Minneapolis to Detroit bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Minneapolis Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Minneapolis to Detroit train from?

Minneapolis to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Train, bus or fly from Minneapolis to Detroit?

The best way to get from Minneapolis to Detroit is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $130 - $480. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $370 and takes 15h 27m, you could also bus, which costs $90 - $190 and takes 16h 20m.

Where does the Minneapolis to Detroit bus arrive?

Minneapolis to Detroit bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Milwaukee Mitchell Airport station.

What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Minneapolis. It is currently 5:17 AM in Minneapolis and 6:17 AM in Detroit.

Where does the Minneapolis to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Minneapolis to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Minneapolis to Detroit is 693 miles. It takes approximately 11h 21m to drive from Minneapolis to Detroit.

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

Book your Minneapolis to Detroit bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 474+ hotels available in Detroit.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Detroit (DTW)plane MSP - DTW
4h 20m
$135–476
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Milwaukee Mitchell Airportbus FlixBus 2548
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Mitchell Airport to Detroit Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2550
16h 20m
$91–190
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Borealis / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
15h 27m
$113–364
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Chicagobus
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain Ssl
3. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus
16h 3m
$98–259
Drive 688.6 mi
1. Drive from Minneapolis to Detroitcar 688.6 mi
11h 21m
$126–182

Minneapolis to Detroit by tram and train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

15h 27mAverage Duration

$113Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 555.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Minneapolis, MN, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Delta and Sun Country Airlines fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Detroit (DTW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Government Plaza Station to Detroit via Union Depot Station, St. Paul-Minneapolis, and Chicago Union Station in around 15h 27m.

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