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

The cheapest way to get from Plainfield to Detroit is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plainfield to Detroit is to train and fly which takes 5h 18m and costs $65 - $250.

Is there a direct train between Plainfield and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Plainfield to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Netherwood and arriving at Windsor via Newark Penn Station, New York Penn Station and Aldershot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 29m.

How far is it from Plainfield to Detroit?

The distance between Plainfield and Detroit is 531 miles. The road distance is 596.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plainfield to Detroit without a car is to bus which takes 18h 12m and costs $90 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Plainfield to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plainfield to Detroit train from?

Plainfield to Detroit train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from Plainfield to Detroit?

The best way to get from Plainfield to Detroit is to bus which takes 18h 12m and costs $90 - $230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $250 and takes 18h 29m.

Where does the Plainfield to Detroit train arrive?

Plainfield to Detroit train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Aldershot station.

Can I drive from Plainfield to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Plainfield to Detroit is 597 miles. It takes approximately 10h 16m to drive from Plainfield to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 474+ hotels available in Detroit.

Plainfield to Detroit - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Plainfield to Detroit by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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

Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Netherwood to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Detroit (DTW)plane EWR - DTW
5h 18m
$68–249
Train, train to Laguardia Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Netherwood to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Flushing Main Streettrain
4. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Detroit (DTW)plane LGA - DTW
6h 51m
$53–251
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0420
18h 12m
$93–222
Train
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Aldershottrain VIA Rail
2. Take the train from Aldershot to Windsortrain VIA Rail
18h 29m
$105–248
Drive 593.1 mi
1. Drive from Plainfield to Detroitcar 593.1 mi
10h 16m
$109–157
Train, train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Netherwood to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Jamaicatrain
4. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Detroit (DTW)plane JFK - DTW
6h 13m
$75–374
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Detroit (DTW)plane PHL - DTW
6h 55m
$96–914
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Toledotrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0135 / ...
18h 52m
$169–1,102

Plainfield to Detroit by train and bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Services

18h 12mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 528.1 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Plainfield, NJ, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Newark Penn Station to Detroit Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $90–210 and the journey takes 16h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Netherwood to Windsor via Newark Penn Station, New York Penn Station, and Aldershot in around 18h 29m.

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