Trains tickets from Philadelphia (PA) to Detroit (MI)

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Next departures to Detroit

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Detroit.

Average Price$79 - $285Average Duration20h 30m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$254 - $515Average Duration1d 7h
65kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
20h 30mAverage Duration
$79Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Philadelphia to Detroit: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$327
Average train trip duration1d 7h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure12:00pm
Distance443 miles (713 km)
Latest train departure1:03pm

Philadelphia to Detroit Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
05/01
$216
05/02
$216
Today
$216
05/04
$252
05/05
$216
05/06
$205
05/07
No data
05/08
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Detroit was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of $205

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

You can expect to pay from $205 to $1,216 for a train ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $205 which is on 2025-05-06.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Philadelphia and Detroit is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Detroit.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Detroit you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Philadelphia and Detroit, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Philadelphia to Detroit while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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Train from Detroit to Philadelphia

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