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

The cheapest way to get from Pontiac to Detroit is to bus which costs $2 - $20 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontiac to Detroit is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Pontiac and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Downtown Pontiac and arriving at Woodward & Clifford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Pontiac and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontiac Amtrak Station station and arriving at Detroit. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Pontiac to Detroit?

The distance between Pontiac and Detroit is 23 miles. The road distance is 26.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontiac to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs $13 - $16.

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

The train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Detroit takes 40 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Pontiac to Detroit bus from?

Pontiac to Detroit bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, depart from Downtown Pontiac station.

Where do I catch the Pontiac to Detroit train from?

Pontiac to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Pontiac Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Pontiac to Detroit?

The best way to get from Pontiac to Detroit is to train which takes 40 min and costs $13 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $20 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Pontiac to Detroit bus arrive?

Pontiac to Detroit bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, arrive at Woodward & Clifford station.

Where does the Pontiac to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontiac to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontiac to Detroit is 26 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Pontiac to Detroit.

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

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Where can I stay near Detroit?

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Pontiac to Detroit - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Pontiac to Detroit by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
40 min
$13–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Downtown Pontiac to Woodward & Cliffordbus 462
1h 5m
$2–20
Drive 26.2 mi
1. Drive from Pontiac to Detroitcar 26.2 mi
39 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontiac to Detroittaxi 26.2 mi
39 min
$75–90

Pontiac to Detroit by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

40 minAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.4 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Pontiac, MI, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $13–16 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Southeast Michigan SMART operates a bus from Downtown Pontiac to Woodward & Clifford hourly. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Indian Trails also services this route twice daily.

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