Next available departures

Next departures from Springfield to Detroit on 9 July
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:22	Springfield Station	11h 28m	20:50	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
08:22	Springfield Station	11h 28m	20:50	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03	Springfield Station	12h 17m	23:20	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03	Springfield Station	20h 32m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03	Springfield Station	20h 32m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Springfield to Detroit on 10 July
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:03	Springfield Station	13h 12m	00:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
10:03	Springfield Station	20h 32m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03	Springfield Station	20h 32m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:31 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield 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 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

13h 20mAverage duration

620 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£45 - £148	Average duration13h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£52 - £438	Average duration12h 17m	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,840 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5840 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 £52

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, IL 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 Springfield to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Detroit start from £52. The average price for this train route is around £106. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Springfield to Detroit?
The average train journey time from Springfield to Detroit is 12h 17m, covering a distance of 621 km. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Springfield to Detroit 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 Springfield to Detroit?
The earliest train from Springfield to Detroit departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 10:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/07

£79

08/07

£84

Today

£95

10/07

£300

11/07

£100

12/07

£150

13/07

£94

14/07

£62

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 14 Jul 2026 with a price of £62

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

You can expect to pay from £62 to £604 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £62, which is on 2026-07-14.