Chicago to Detroit Bus or Train

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Chicago to Detroit Route Summary

Chicago to Detroit bus is a popular way of traveling. For this specific route there are two transport types available: bus and train. We found up to 4 bus departures, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Chicago at 05:10h, arriving to Detroit at 12:00h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:00h, arriving at 05:10h the following day. There are 3 train departures available on this route, including 1 night train.
Departure station and country Chicago, USA (United States)
Arrival station and country Detroit, USA (United States)
Travel Distance 456 km
Average Trip Duration 05h 12min
Total Departures 4
Popular Operators FlixBus
Lowest Price $35
Transportation Options Bus, Train


Traveling by bus from Chicago to Detroit

The shortest travel distance between Chicago and Detroit is 456 km. The fastest bus which departs at 22:00 has a travel time of h. The longest travel time on the route is 07:25h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Detroit earlier, there are 2 night buses and 1 overnight train departing from Chicago to Detroit. The overnight journeys start at depending on whether you're travelling by bus or train and arrive as early as 00:10 the same day.

Bus companies

FlixBus is the name of the carrier operating this route. This company has not been rated yet.

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Departure and arrival stations

If you're wanting more detailed information about either Chicago or Detroit, including general information, station and stop information and other popular routes, you can follow the links below.
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  Chicago

You can see information about the departure station and stops Chicago here

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  Detroit

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Detroit here


Cheapest ticket prices

Adult ticket: $35 (One-Way) or $70 (Return).

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Other ways of traveling between Chicago and Detroit

In case that you feel safer taking other forms of transportation, you can find alternative ways of reaching Detroit below.

Chicago to Detroit Bus Summary

Route Overview Key Info
Departure Station Chicago
Destination Station Detroit
Daily Departures Over 4 bus departures , including more than 2 night buses.
Earliest Departures 05:10 AM
Latest Departure 11:00 PM
Travel Distance 456 km
Travel Time 05:12

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