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

The cheapest way to get from Southfield to Detroit is to line 851 bus which costs $2 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Southfield to Detroit is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Southfield and Detroit?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 9 Mile & Rutland Drive and arriving at Griswold & Lafayette. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Southfield to Detroit?

The distance between Southfield and Detroit is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southfield to Detroit without a car is to line 851 bus which takes 39 min and costs $2.

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

The line 851 bus from 9 Mile & Rutland Drive to Griswold & Lafayette takes 39 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Southfield to Detroit bus from?

Southfield to Detroit bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, depart from 9 Mile & Rutland Drive station.

Where does the Southfield to Detroit bus arrive?

Southfield to Detroit bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, arrive at Griswold & Lafayette station.

Can I drive from Southfield to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Southfield to Detroit is 15 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Southfield to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 226+ hotels available in Detroit.

Southfield to Detroit - 5 ways to travel via line 851 bus, taxi, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Southfield to Detroit by bus, taxi, or car

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

Line 851 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 9 Mile & Rutland Drive to Griswold & Lafayettebus 851
39 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southfield to Detroittaxi 14.7 mi
19 min
$40–55
Drive 14.7 mi
1. Drive from Southfield to Detroitcar 14.7 mi
19 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Northland Dr & Northwestern to Jason Hargrove Transit Center - Bay 3bus 17
2. Take the bus from Jason Hargrove TC Bay 11 to Woodward & Cliffordbus 461 / ...
52 min
$2–4
Line 405 bus, line 461 bus
1. Take the bus from Providence & 9 Mile to Jason Hargrove TC Bay 9bus 405
2. Take the bus from Jason Hargrove TC Bay 11 to Washington & Lafayettebus 461 / ...
55 min
$4

Southfield to Detroit by bus

15Weekly Buses

39 minAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 15.2 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Southeast Michigan SMART operates a bus from 9 Mile & Rutland Drive to Griswold & Lafayette twice daily. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 39 min.

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