How much is the train ticket from Washington to Detroit?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Detroit start from R 2 446. The average price for this train route is around R 3 685. 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 1 941 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 29 January
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 30 January
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 31 January
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

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 5 February
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: Yesterday at 6:08 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 21 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 207, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

21h 15mAverage duration

626 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 207 - R 4 285	Average duration21h 15m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 446 - R 6 278	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 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 2 028

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 2 446. The average price for this train route is around R 3 685. 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

27/01

R 4 333

28/01

R 2 199

Today

R 2 862

30/01

R 2 199

31/01

R 2 199

01/02

R 1 941

02/02

No data

03/02

R 1 941

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 941

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 1 941 to R 14 066 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 1 941, which is on 2026-02-01.