Train from Houston, US to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Houston to Detroit on 24 January
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston 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 1 day, 10 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just €139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 10hAverage duration
1790 kmDistance
45kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€139 - €490Average duration1d 10h
45kg CO₂e
Average price€207 - €482Average duration2d 4h
162kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Detroit, MI by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Detroit start from €207. The average price for this train route is around €300. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Houston to Detroit?

    The average train journey time from Houston to Detroit is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1781 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Houston to Detroit route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to Detroit?

    The earliest train from Houston to Detroit departs at 18:55. And the latest train departs at 18:55.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of €257

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

You can expect to pay from €257 to €739 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €257, which is on 2026-01-24.

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