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

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Next departures for Detroit to Philadelphia on January 27
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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 20 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
20h 55mAverage Duration
443 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$77 - $292Average Duration20h 55m
18kg CO₂e
Average Price$161 - $750Average Duration1d 11h
65kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia start from $161. The average price for this train route is around $243. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    The average train ride duration from Detroit to Philadelphia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 442 miles (713 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train departs from Detroit to Philadelphia at 6:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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01/24
$250
01/25
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01/27
$227
01/28
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01/29
$175
01/30
$285
01/31
$175
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $175

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $175 to $793 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $175 which is on 2026-01-29.

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