How to travel from Denver to Detroit, United States of America

The distance between Denver and Detroit is around 1,205 miles (1,940km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 6h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Denver to Detroit by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Bus

Fly from Denver (DEN) to Flint (FNT) then take the bus to Detroit MI.

  • Duration6h 30m
  • Flight time3h 45m
  • Typical cost
    $320
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Chicago Union Station and then to Detroit.

  • Duration24hrs
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $180
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Bus

Take the bus to Dayton Trotwood and then to Detroit.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $195
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Drive

Drive to Detroit.

  • Duration20hrs
  • Distance1,268 miles (2,041km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Denver and Detroit

There are several options for getting from Denver to Detroit by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around $180 and will take around 24hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 6h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $320.

The distance between Denver and Detroit is around 1,205 miles (1,940km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,154 miles (1,857km)

It takes around 6h 30m to get from Denver and Detroit by plane and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 20hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Denver to Detroit is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 6h 30m and will set you back approx $320.

The cheapest way to travel between Denver and Detroit, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around $180 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Denver and Detroit. It typically takes around 24hrs and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Denver to Detroit. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Chicago Union Station. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 24hrs.

Amtrak run train services between Denver and Detroit. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 24hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Denver and Detroit. It typically takes around 1 day 4h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Denver to Detroit. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dayton Trotwood. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 4h.

Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Denver and Detroit. Buses run once daily and take around 1 day 4h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Denver to Detroit. We recommend that you fly from Denver (DEN) to Flint (FNT) then take the bus to Detroit MI. instead which will take 6h 30m.

The closest major airport to Detroit is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) (DTW) which is approximately 29km (18 miles) from Detroit. Bishop International Airport (FNT) (FNT) and Toledo Express Airport (TOL) (TOL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Denver and Detroit. The distance is around 1,268 miles (2,041km) by road and it will take around 20hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Denver to Detroit is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 6h 30m and will usually cost around $320.

How do I get from Denver to Detroit

Compare travel optionsbetween Denver and Detroit

Transport options from Denver to Detroit
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Bus
6h 30m
$320
every 20 mins1,940km (1,205 miles)
Train
24hrs
$180
twice daily2,111km (1,312 miles)
Bus
1 day 4h
$195
once daily2,285km (1,420 miles)
Drive
20hrs
$125
on demand2,041km (1,268 miles)

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Airports near Detroit

The following major airports near Detroit offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
International Airport
Distance
18 miles (29km) from Detroit
FNT
Bishop International Airport (FNT)
International Airport
Distance
57 miles (91km) from Detroit
TOL
Toledo Express Airport (TOL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
64 miles (103km) from Detroit