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

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start from £116. The average price for this train route is around £247. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Detroit?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Detroit is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 442 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 27m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Detroit route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Detroit departs at 12:00. And the latest train departs at 13:03.

Train Philadelphia to Detroit from £132 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:20	30th Street Station	20h 15m	07:35	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
12:42	30th Street Station	18h 53m	07:35	Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:20	30th Street Station	20h 15m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:20	30th Street Station	20h 15m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:18	30th Street Station	19h 17m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:42	30th Street Station	18h 53m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
11:20	30th Street Station	20h 15m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:20	30th Street Station	20h 15m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:20	30th Street Station	20h 15m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:18	30th Street Station	19h 17m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

19h 45mAverage duration

422 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£57 - £318	Average duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£116 - £480	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 £98

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI 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 Philadelphia to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start from £116. The average price for this train route is around £247. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Detroit is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 442 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Detroit route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Detroit departs at 12:00. And the latest train departs at 13:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£135

11/12

£157

Today

£145

13/12

£164

14/12

£187

15/12

No data

16/12

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17/12

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £135

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 £135 to £1,179 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 £164, which is on 2025-12-13.