Getting to Detroit
Transportation options for traveling to Detroit and IPAC'27
Detroit is easily accessible by air, rail, and road from locations across North America and internationally.
By Air
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the primary international airport serving Detroit area, serving as a major hub for Delta Air Lines and offering 30 convenient international destinations and 39 states in US.
Airport Highlights:
- Location: 20 miles southwest of downtown Detroit
- Airlines: Served by major domestic and international carriers
- Terminals: Two modern terminals (McNamara and Evans) connected by shuttle
from DTW to Downtown Detroit / Conference Venue
Taxi & Rideshare
Estimated fare: $45-60
Travel time: 30-40 minutes
Available at designated pickup areas. Uber and Lyft are readily available.
Rental Car
Multiple agencies on-site
Travel time: 30 minutes
Major rental car companies provide shuttles in both terminals.
Detroit Air Xpress (DAX)
Travel time: 30-40 minutes
Bus stop near 1119 Washington Blvd., between Michigan Avenue and State Street.
By Car
Detroit is easily accessible by major interstate highways, making it convenient for those driving to the conference.
Major Highway Routes:
- I-75: North-South route connecting to Florida, Ohio, and Canada
- I-94: East-West route connecting to Chicago and Canada (via Port Huron)
- I-96: Connects to Lansing and Grand Rapids to the west
Approximate Driving Times to Detroit:
- Chicago, IL: 4.5 hours (280 miles)
- Toronto, ON: 4 hours (235 miles)
- Cleveland, OH: 2.5 hours (170 miles)
- Columbus, OH: 3.5 hours (215 miles)
- Indianapolis, IN: 4.5 hours (290 miles)
Parking
- The conference venue, Huntington Place, offers convenient on-site parking. Please check the venue website for current parking rates and directions.
- The conference Hotel, Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center offers on-site parking for $27 (daily rate)
Border Crossing to Canada
Detroit is connected to Windsor, Ontario, Canada via the Ambassador Bridge and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel. Valid passport/visa will be required for border crossing.