How much is the train ticket from Washington to Detroit?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Detroit start from R 3 064. The average price for this train route is around R 3 941. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Detroit?

The average train journey time from Washington to Detroit is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 641 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Detroit 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 Washington to Detroit?

The earliest train from Washington to Detroit departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Train Washington to Detroit from R 2 352 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:29 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 1 day, 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 378, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d Average duration

626 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 378 - R 6 410	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 064 - R 6 715	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 2 455

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Detroit start from R 3 064. The average price for this train route is around R 3 941. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Detroit?
The average train journey time from Washington to Detroit is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 641 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Detroit 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 Washington to Detroit?
The earliest train from Washington to Detroit departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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10/12

R 2 352

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R 2 681

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R 2 352

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R 3 061

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R 3 061

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 352

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 352 to R 18 382 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 352, which is on 2025-12-14.