Operation: Canada or Bust (from Detroit, that is)
So, you've decided to ditch the Motor City for some maple syrup-guzzling goodness, eh? Excellent choice! But before you pack your Tim Hortons addiction and dream of poutine, there's the small matter of crossing the border. Fear not, fellow traveler, for this guide will be your chariot (or snowmobile, if you prefer) to the Great White North.
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| How Do You Get To Canada From Detroit |
Getting There: A Choose-Your-Own-Adventure
Channel Your Inner Lewis and Clark (But with a Car): This is the classic Detroit-to-Windsor route. You've got two main options:
- The Detroit-Windsor Tunnel: Think "batmobile" but way less sleek and way more likely to get stuck behind a minivan full of screaming children. Hey, at least it's fast!
- The Ambassador Bridge: Offering stunning views of the Detroit skyline (or industrial smokestacks, depending on your perspective), this bridge will get you across the border with a breeze (unless you get stuck in traffic, which is a distinct possibility).
Need for Speed? Fly, My Friend!
If you're short on time and long on cash, then catching a plane from Detroit Metro Airport is the way to go. You'll be in Canada before you can say "eh?" (Although, you should probably still say "eh?" to fit in).
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The Great Bus Escape (or Not-So-Great Depending on Traffic):
For the budget-minded traveler, there are plenty of buses running from Detroit to Windsor and beyond. Just be prepared to become best friends with your seatmate for the journey.
Bonus Round: Train Time!
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Taking the VIA Rail train from Detroit to Windsor is a scenic option, though not necessarily the fastest. But hey, who needs to get there quickly when you can enjoy the rolling countryside (or the parking lot view, depending on your route).
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Important Note: Whichever method you choose, make sure you have the proper documentation! Passport? Check. Valid ID? Check. Sense of adventure? Double Check!
Border Basics: Don't Be That Guy (or Gal)
- Be polite to the border guards. They have the power to send you back to Detroit faster than you can say "sorry."
- Declare everything you're bringing. Don't try to sneak in a whole moose head (it's illegal and frankly creepy).
- Relax and have fun! Entering Canada should be an exciting adventure, not a stressful ordeal.
FAQ: Canada-Bound and Confused?
How to get to Canada from Detroit by car? Detroit-Windsor Tunnel or Ambassador Bridge - take your pick!
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How to get to Canada from Detroit quickly? Fly from Detroit Metro Airport - you'll be there before you can say "double-double."
How to get to Canada from Detroit cheaply? Take the bus - just be prepared to become one with your fellow passengers.
How to get to Canada from Detroit by train? VIA Rail offers a scenic, if not the speediest, option.
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How to avoid trouble at the border? Be polite, declare your stuff, and relax! You're almost there, buddy.
Now that you're armed with this essential knowledge, get out there and explore Canada! Just remember to pack your winter coat, because even in summer, eh, it can get a little chilly.
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