How much is the train ticket from Detroit to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Washington start from R 1 977. The average price for this train route is around R 3 253. 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 to Washington?

The average train journey time from Detroit to Washington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 641 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Detroit to Washington 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 to Washington?

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

Train Detroit to Washington from R 1 891 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Detroit to Washington on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Washington on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Washington on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Washington on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Washington on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Washington on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:19 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 252, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

17h 20mAverage duration

626 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 252 - R 5 616	Average duration17h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 977 - R 6 383	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 977

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC, US 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 to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Washington start from R 1 977. The average price for this train route is around R 3 253. 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 to Washington?
The average train journey time from Detroit to Washington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 641 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Detroit to Washington 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 to Washington?
The earliest train from Detroit to Washington departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 09:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 3 107

25/01

R 3 321

Today

R 3 107

27/01

R 3 124

28/01

R 3 189

29/01

R 2 795

30/01

R 3 715

31/01

R 2 795

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 795

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 795 to R 13 085 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 795, which is on 2026-01-29.