Train from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Philadelphia to Detroit on January 28
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Amtrak
30th Street Station
Amtrak StationCheapest
Amtrak
30th Street Station
Amtrak StationFastest
Amtrak
30th Street Station
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Amtrak
30th Street Station
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30th Street Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
19h 40mAverage Duration
713 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$105 - $393Average Duration19h 40m
18kg CO₂e
Average Price$229 - $792Average Duration1d 7h
65kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start at $229. The average price for this train route is around $397. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Detroit?

    The average train trip from Philadelphia to Detroit takes 1d 7h and covers 713 km. The quickest train gets you there in 18h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Detroit route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Detroit?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Detroit departs at 12:00pm. The latest train departs at 1:03pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01-25
$464
01-26
$424
Today
$312
01-28
$320
01-29
$247
01-30
$231
01-31
$231
02-01
$302
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $231

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $231 to $3,167 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $231 which is on 2026-01-30.

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