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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Seattle King Street Station | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Seattle King Street Station | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Detroit
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 3 days, 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5652 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 $213
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Detroit start from $292. The average price for this train route is around $552. 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 Seattle to Detroit?
The average train ride duration from Seattle to Detroit is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 1927 miles (3108 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Seattle 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 Seattle to Detroit?
The earliest train departs from Seattle to Detroit at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 9:55am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 22, 2025 with a price of $396To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to Detroit, MI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $396 to $1,914 for a train ticket from Seattle to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $396 which is on 2025-12-22.
