How to travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $247 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $247, while a train costs an average of $660.

Distance: 1132 miles (1822 km)

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Driving

$527

Average price

$660

Average price

$247

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Cheapest

$282

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 31m

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2h 0m

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49h 45m

Average total duration

49h 15m

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30m

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31h 2m

Average total duration

30h 32m

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30m

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19h 37m

Average total duration

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5.5 - 10.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

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1.8 - 4.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI is a bus with an average price of $247 (€206).

This is compared to other travel options from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI:

A bus is $281 (€235) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI costing on average $527 (€441).

A bus is $414 (€346) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI costing on average $660 (€552).

The fastest way to travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 31m.

Other travel options to Detroit, MI take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 2m.

Train takes on average 49h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Detroit, MI including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 14h 6m sooner (5h 31m by flight vs 19h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $527 (€441) compared to roughly $282 (€236) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI

How to get from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI by train, bus or flight.

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flight

The best way to travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • American AirlinesAA2585 · AA1897
    11:51 AM4h28
    Fort Lauderdale International Airport
    4:19 PMDetroit Wayne County Airport
    $1431One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • American AirlinesAA2585 · AA1897
    11:51 AM4h28
    Fort Lauderdale International Airport
    4:19 PMDetroit Wayne County Airport
    $1431One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA2585 · AA1897
    11:51 AM4h28
    Fort Lauderdale International Airport
    4:19 PMDetroit Wayne County Airport
    $1431One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+Greyhound
    9:05 AM32h55
    Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL
    6:00 PMDetroit, Greyhound Terminal
    $1621One-way
    2 transfers
  • Greyhound ·
    12:30 AM33h25
    Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL
    9:55 AMDetroit, Greyhound Terminal
    $1641One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound
    3:55 PM31h00
    Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL
    10:55 PMDetroit, Greyhound Terminal
    $1671One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA1465 · AA2988
    7:44 PM4h51
    Fort Lauderdale International Airport
    12:35 AMDetroit Wayne County Airport
    $1431One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA2087 · AA1683
    8:00 AM5h06
    Fort Lauderdale International Airport
    1:06 PMDetroit Wayne County Airport
    $1431One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA2354 · AA419
    5:22 PM5h19
    Fort Lauderdale International Airport
    10:41 PMDetroit Wayne County Airport
    $1431One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI

Travel to Detroit, MI easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI.

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There are 3 options to travel between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Detroit, MI including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI is a bus with an average price of $247 (€206).

This is compared to other travel options from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI:

A bus is $281 (€235) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI costing on average $527 (€441).

A bus is $414 (€346) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI costing on average $660 (€552).

The fastest way to travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 31m.

Other travel options to Detroit, MI take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 2m.

Train takes on average 49h 45m.

The distance from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI is approximately 1132 miles (1822 km).
The average frequency per day from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI is:
  • Around 38 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Detroit, MI as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI:
  • Trains mostly depart from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak, Fort Lauderdale, FL and arrive in Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI.
  • Buses mostly depart from Fort Lauderdale, NW 22nd Ave, FL and arrive in Detroit, Greyhound Terminal.
  • Flights mostly depart from Fort Lauderdale International Airport and arrive in Detroit Wayne County Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, United, JetBlue Airways, Alaska Airlines to go to Detroit, MI by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Detroit, MI by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Detroit, MI by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Spirit Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Detroit, MI often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Washington, DC. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Detroit, MI and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Detroit, MI to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Detroit, MI, visitors can explore the Motown Museum for a glimpse into the city's musical heritage, enjoy fresh produce and local goods at Eastern Market, and dive into history at the Detroit Historical Museum. Animal lovers can visit the Detroit Zoo, while sports enthusiasts can catch a game at Comerica Park. Art and culture are prominent at the Detroit Institute of Arts and The Henry Ford. For outdoor activities, the Detroit Riverwalk and Belle Isle Park offer scenic views and recreational opportunities. The Guardian Building is a must-see for its stunning Art Deco architecture.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Detroit, MI, is typically sufficient to explore major attractions like the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Henry Ford Museum, and the Detroit Riverwalk, while also enjoying the city's vibrant food scene and cultural experiences.
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