Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | White Earth Transit Station | Whitefish Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | White Earth Transit Station | Whitefish Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | White Earth Transit Station | Whitefish Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | White Earth Transit Station | Whitefish Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | White Earth Transit Station | Whitefish Depot | No tags |
Get from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish
The journey takes about 20 hours, and with fares starting at just R 2 435, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5701 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 R 2 435
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish?
The cheapest train tickets from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish start from R 2 435. The average price for this train route is around R 3 152. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish?
The average train journey time from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish is 20h, covering a distance of 1394 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Detroit Lakes to Whitefish 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 Detroit Lakes to Whitefish?
The earliest train from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish departs at 03:06. And the latest train departs at 03:06.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish was searched and found on 04 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 333To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 333 to R 9 821 for a train ticket from Detroit Lakes to Whitefish based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 333, which is on 2026-01-09.
