Getting In, Getting Around Detroit

Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) is the largest airport in the area and it's located in Romulus, about 20 minutes west of the city, at the junction between I-275 and I-94. It is a Northwest hub and features the recently opened McNamara Terminal.
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Several interstates converge in downtown Detroit. I-75 North/South runs from Toledo, Ohio up through to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. I-94 East/West comes from Chicago, Illinois and continues up to Sarnia. I-96 East/West heads to Lansing, Michigan. I-696 runs along the northern edge of the city, connecting the eastern suburbs to Southfield. All of the interstates have gone through major overhauls in preparation for Detroit hosting the 2006 National Football League Super Bowl XL.

Amtrak station is located at 11 W. Baltimore at the corner of Woodward Ave.


Automobiles are virtually a necessity for travel in the Detroit area. Public transportation is practically non-existent when compared to other metropolitan areas of similar size. Detroit suburbs spread over a large area, and getting around may prove to be difficult without a car. Nonetheless, an extensive highway system and ample parking make the region one of the most auto-friendly in North America.

Detroit has an abundance of taxi, limo, and shuttle services. Car rental prices are reasonable. Ask your auto insurance agent for a complementary Canadian insurance ID card, if you plan to drive to Windsor. When buying extra rental car insurance, you can ask for coverage to drive in Windsor.

SMART bus (Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation) provides a large number of transportation options. In downtown, you can hop on the People Mover, an elevated rail system that runs a three mile loop between center-city attractions. Detroit Trolley travels along Jefferson Avenue and Washington Boulevard. Transit Windsor travels back and forth through the tunnel with selected stops. Some downtown hotels may offer shuttles to Windsor.