How to get from Albany to Detroit
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Detroit takes approximately 1202 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 5 route options for you.
Fastest Route
1202 min 1,067.1 km
3 transfers
214
VIA Rail
Flixbus 2701
1
Departs from: Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking: 24 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
2
Take 214 Bus
Direction: Empire State Plaza to East Greenbush Tech Park
From Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station) (11 stops, 12 min)
3
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Albany
4
Take VIA Rail Train
Direction: Toronto
From Albany to Toronto (14 stops, 573 min)
5
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
to Toronto (Union Station Bus Terminal)
6
Take Flixbus 2701 Bus
Direction: Detroit Bus Station
From Toronto (Union Station Bus Terminal) to Detroit Bus Station (5 stops, 415 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Lafayette & Sixth
8
Take 1 Bus
Direction: 1 - Vernor 1 - to Downtown 001
From Lafayette & Sixth to Cass & Lafayette (1 stops, 2 min)
9
Walk 10 min (0.6 km)
✓
Arrive at Detroit
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Albany:
- Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
- State St & Eagle St
- Eagle St & Howard St
- Washington Ave & S. Swan St
Public transport stations close to Detroit
Detroit is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Tram stations close to Detroit:
- Campus Martius - Southbound
- Congress St
- Campus Martius - Northbound
- Grand Circus - Northbound
Bus stations close to Detroit:
- Congress & Bates
- Woodward & Larned
- Griswold & Lafayette
- Randolph & Farmer
Monorail stations close to Detroit:
- Cadillac Center
- Financial District
- Millender Center
- Bricktown
Alternative Route
805 min 1,030.4 km
3 transfers
905
Lake Shore Limited
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
461
Departs from: Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking: 10 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
2
Take 905 Bus
Direction: Albany to Schenectady-Gateway Hub
From Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St to Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway (13 stops, 51 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Schenectady
4
Take Lake Shore Limited Train
Direction: Chicago
From Schenectady to Toledo (8 stops, 640 min)
5
Take Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service Bus
Direction: East Lansing
From Toledo to Detroit
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Woodward & Baltimore
7
Take 461 Bus
Direction: Detroit
From Woodward & Baltimore to Larned & Woodward (7 stops, 13 min)
8
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
✓
Arrive at Detroit
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Detroit.
How do I travel from Albany to Detroit in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to Detroit takes approximately 1202 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Detroit from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 805 minutes using the 905 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Detroit without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 1202 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Detroit?
The 214 line provides bus service between Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St and Cass & Lafayette in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to Detroit by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Detroit in Albany takes approximately 1202 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Detroit?
Board the 214 bus at Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to Detroit?
The nearest stop to Detroit is Cass & Lafayette station. Exit here to reach your destination in Albany.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.