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Downtown Detroit to Airport Express

The RTA has launched an express coach bus pilot service that connects Downtown Detroit and DTW Airport. This route took off March 25, 2024 and is funded by a $2.5 million grant through the Federal Highway Administration’s Carbon Reduction Program, which was administered by the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG).

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Detroit Air Xpress

Introducing detroit air xpress, or dAX.

Introducing the Detroit Air Xpress, DAX for short. Now you can go straight from DET to DTW, with the first nonstop express service between the two. 365 days a year. 16 round-trips daily. Book your tickets now and let us take you from here to air. 

Launch Date:

March 25, 2024

Cost:

$6 in advance, $8 at the door; discounts available

Frequency:

Daily service (365 days per year) running from 3:30 am to 11:00 pm, up to 16 daily round trips

Pick-up And Drop-Off Locations:

  • Downtown Detroit stop on the west side of Washington Blvd near State St.
  • Departures at the McNamara Terminal, and Ground Transportation at the Evans Terminal

Service Questions

Please go to DAX-bus.com or contact Michigan Flyer at: (517) 333-0400

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