How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to Detroit?

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Detroit start from $161. The average price for this train route is around $386. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Antonio to Detroit?

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Detroit is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1236 miles (1994 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio to Detroit route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Antonio to Detroit?

The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Detroit at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Train San Antonio to Detroit from $223 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Detroit on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 23h	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 23h	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Detroit on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Detroit on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 23h	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 23h	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Detroit on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 23h	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	1d 23h	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:16 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1234 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$138 - $549	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$161 - $1,077	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 181kg 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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $161

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, US to Detroit, MI by train

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

How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Detroit start from $161. The average price for this train route is around $386. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Antonio to Detroit?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Detroit is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1236 miles (1994 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio to Detroit route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Antonio to Detroit?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Detroit at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$283

12/10

$801

Today

$776

12/12

$655

12/13

$779

12/14

$306

12/15

$243

12/16

$223

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $223

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

You can expect to pay from $223 to $1,231 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $223 which is on 2025-12-16.