Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Monroe travel guide

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You're Going to Love Monroe

With a population of 20,733, Monroe is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Monroe deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Monroe

If you’re looking for affordable options, Buffalo Wild Wings - Monroe (1766 N Telegraph Rd) and Public House Food and Drink (138 N Monroe St) are great picks.

When to visit Monroe

Monroe in December
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel
Monroe in December
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Monroe in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Monroe, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Monroe

Plane

Although Monroe doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Detroit All airports (DTT), which is located 34 miles from Monroe. Detroit All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Frontier, Southwest, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Monroe departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Monroe. The train journey from Monroe to Kalamazoo takes 3h 12m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Monroe is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 34 miles from Monroe. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Monroe, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Monroe takes 365 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $160 for a journey of 545 miles.

Plane

Although Monroe doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Detroit All airports (DTT), which is located 34 miles from Monroe. Detroit All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Frontier, Southwest, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Monroe departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Monroe. The train journey from Monroe to Kalamazoo takes 3h 12m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $39 for a 5h 20m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Monroe is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 34 miles from Monroe. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Monroe, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Chicago, the bus ride to Monroe takes 365 miles and will cost you around $70. From Nashville, the ticket costs about $160 for a journey of 545 miles.

Airports near Monroe

CLECleveland Hopkins Intl
FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Monroe

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Monroe

Most booked hotels in Monroe

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Tru by Hilton Monroe MI
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 449 reviews)
$90+
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Quality Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.6, 645 reviews)
$79+
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Baymont by Wyndham Monroe
2 stars
Good (6.9, 885 reviews)
$63+
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (6.8, 470 reviews)
$65+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Monroe
2 stars
Good (6, 547 reviews)
$54+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Monroe
2 stars
Okay (5.5, 200 reviews)
$44+
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Renting a car in Monroe

Renting a car in Monroe costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Monroe.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Monroe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Monroe is Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Monroe costs $64 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Monroe.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Monroe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Monroe is Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Monroe

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$53/day

Intermediate SUV

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$54/day

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