How much does a train ticket cost from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia start from £118. The average price for this train route is around £164. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Detroit to Philadelphia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 442 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Detroit to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Detroit to Philadelphia departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 09:35.

Train Detroit to Philadelphia from £113 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 12 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 11h	20:51	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
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Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 11h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 13 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 14 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 11h	20:51	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 15 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 16 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 17 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 11h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

20h 50mAverage duration

441 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£54 - £162	Average duration20h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£118 - £279	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,757 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5757 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £118

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Detroit to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia start from £118. The average price for this train route is around £164. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Detroit to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Detroit to Philadelphia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 442 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Detroit to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Detroit to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Detroit to Philadelphia departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 09:35.

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The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 10 Feb 2026 with a price of £145

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

You can expect to pay from £145 to £781 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £166, which is on 2026-02-14.