Trains tickets from Seattle to Detroit, MI

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Today29 Jul
Tomorrow30 Jul
Thu31 Jul
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
from US$1,426
Sun3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
from US$692
Tue5 Aug

Next departures to Detroit

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: 6 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Seattle
    Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Detroit

Bus
Average priceUS$151 - US$416Average duration3d 14h
78kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$442 - US$684Average duration3d 11h
283kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 3 days, 14 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
3d 14hAverage duration
US$151Cheapest ticket
78kgCO₂ emissions

Train Seattle to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$571
Average train trip duration3d 11h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure09:55
Distance1927 miles

Seattle to Detroit Train

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We make sure you can find a train service from Seattle to Detroit from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Detroit from Seattle, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Seattle - Detroit, MI

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Seattle to Detroit cost?

    The average train ticket price from Seattle to Detroit is US$571. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Seattle to Detroit is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Seattle to Detroit?

    A train trip between Seattle and Detroit is around 3d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1932 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Seattle and Detroit?

    The number of trains from Seattle to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Detroit by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Seattle to Detroit?

    When taking the train from Seattle to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
27/07
US$452
28/07
US$365
Today
US$545
30/07
US$548
31/07
US$497
01/08
US$376
02/08
US$1,376
03/08
US$641
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 28 Jul 2025 with a price of US$365

To 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 US$365 to US$2,131 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 US$376, which is on 2025-08-01.

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 Seattle 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 Seattle and Detroit, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Seattle to Detroit and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Detroit, MI to Seattle

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