Trains tickets from Chicago to Detroit (MI)

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Today22 May
Tomorrow23 May
from US$103
Sat24 May
from US$47
Sun25 May
from US$60
Mon26 May
from US$60
Tue27 May
from US$47
Wed28 May
from US$47
Thu29 May
from US$71

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 23 May at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 24 May at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 23 May at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 23 May at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 24 May at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Detroit

Bus
Average priceUS$35 - US$160Average duration7h 50m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$40 - US$153Average duration5h 25m
35kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
5h 25mAverage duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
35kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Detroit: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$62
Average train trip duration5h 25m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure06:45
Distance237 miles
Latest train departure17:50

Chicago to Detroit Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Detroit from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Detroit (MI)

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Chicago to Detroit cost?

    The average train ticket price from Chicago to Detroit is US$62. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago to Detroit is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Chicago to Detroit?

    A train trip between Chicago and Detroit is around 5h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 239 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Chicago and Detroit?

    The number of trains from Chicago to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to Detroit by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
20/05
US$126
21/05
US$126
Today
US$67
23/05
US$98
24/05
US$44
25/05
US$56
26/05
US$56
27/05
US$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Detroit was searched and found on 24 May 2025 with a price of US$44

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

You can expect to pay from US$44 to US$662 for a train ticket from Chicago to Detroit based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44, which is on 2025-05-24.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Chicago and Detroit is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Detroit.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Detroit, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Chicago and Detroit, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Chicago to Detroit.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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