Train from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 13 December
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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 R 1 267, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
19h 45mAverage duration
680 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 267 - R 7 173Average duration19h 45m
17kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 603 - R 10 831Average duration1d 7h
65kg CO₂e

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 differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Detroit start from R 2 603. The average price for this train route is around R 5 561. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 713 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Detroit route?

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

  4. 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
R 3 031
11/12
R 3 534
Today
R 3 257
13/12
R 2 841
14/12
R 4 209
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 841

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 R 2 841 to R 26 049 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 R 2 841, which is on 2025-12-13.

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