How to get from Niagara Falls to Detroit by bus and train?

From Niagara Falls to Detroit by bus and train

To get from Niagara Falls to Detroit in Buffalo, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the VIA RAIL train from Niagara Falls Station station to Aldershot station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 17 bus and finally take the FLIXBUS N2706 bus from Hamilton (Mcmaster University) station to Detroit Bus Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 9 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Niagara Falls may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Detroit on the Moovit app.

552min
Walk to train station
Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
Bus - 1717
Bus - FLIXBUS N2706FLIXBUS N2706
Walk to Detroit
Leaves from Niagara Falls Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Niagara Falls Station
    ID NFNY
    0.83 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Train - VIA RAILVIA RAIL
    Wait for train
    VIA RAIL
    Toronto
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aldershot
    ID ALDR
    66 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aldershot Go
    100 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    17 - Hamilton Go
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Main at Haddon
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hamilton (Mcmaster University)
    ID 7HA
    430 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - FLIXBUS N2706FLIXBUS N2706
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS N2706
    Detroit Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Detroit Bus Station
    ID DET6
    325 min
  • 10
    Walk to Detroit
    Walk to
    Detroit
    0.77 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Niagara Falls to Detroit

The distance between Niagara Falls, Buffalo and Detroit, Buffalo is approximately 238.35 mi, which can typically be traveled in 552 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Niagara Falls to Detroit by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Buffalo – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Niagara Falls to Detroit

To check the bus and train schedule from Niagara Falls to Detroit using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Niagara Falls) and destination (Detroit), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Niagara Falls to Detroit?

    The fastest way takes 552 minutes, using Train line VIA RAIL, Bus line 17, Bus line FLIXBUS N2706.

  • Is there a direct train between Niagara Falls and Detroit in Buffalo?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total traveling time is 9 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from Niagara Falls to Detroit in Buffalo?

    The VIA RAIL train line goes from Niagara Falls Station near Niagara Falls to Aldershot station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Aldershot station near Detroit in Buffalo.

  • How long does it take to travel from Niagara Falls to Detroit in Buffalo by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Niagara Falls and Detroit in Buffalo by train and bus is about 9 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Niagara Falls to get to Detroit in Buffalo?

    Get on the VIA RAIL train from the Niagara Falls Station near Niagara Falls in Buffalo.

  • Where do I get off the train when traveling between Niagara Falls and Detroit in Buffalo?

    Get off the train at the Aldershot stop, which is closest to Detroit in Buffalo.

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