Next available departures

Next departures for Springfield to Detroit on July 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:11am	Springfield Station	13h 39m	8:50pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
8:22am	Springfield Station	11h 28m	8:50pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
6:11am	Springfield Station	13h 39m	8:50pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:22am	Springfield Station	11h 28m	8:50pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03am	Springfield Station	12h 17m	11:20pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03am	Springfield Station	20h 32m	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03am	Springfield Station	20h 32m	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to Detroit on July 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:03am	Springfield Station	13h 12m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
10:03am	Springfield Station	20h 32m	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:03am	Springfield Station	20h 32m	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:31 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield 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 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R$306, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

13h 20mAverage Duration

384 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$306 - R$1,022	Average Duration13h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$358 - R$3,030	Average Duration12h 17m	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,839 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5839 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 R$358

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Springfield, IL 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 Springfield to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Detroit start from R$358. The average price for this train route is around R$731. 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 Springfield to Detroit?
The average train ride duration from Springfield to Detroit is 12h 17m, covering a distance of 385 miles (621 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Springfield to Detroit route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Springfield to Detroit?
The earliest train departs from Springfield to Detroit at 6:11am. And the latest train departs at 10:03am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/05

R$1,040

07/06

R$748

Today

R$541

07/08

R$578

07/09

R$653

07/10

R$2,079

07/11

R$690

07/12

R$1,040

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Jul 7, 2026 with a price of R$541

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

You can expect to pay from R$541 to R$5,021 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$578 which is on 2026-07-08.