How much is the train ticket from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia start from R 3 045. The average price for this train route is around R 6 033. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Detroit to Philadelphia is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 713 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Detroit to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Detroit to Philadelphia departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 10:30.

Train Detroit to Philadelphia from R 2 922 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 27 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	Cheapest
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 7h	17:01	30th Street Station	Fastest
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 7h	17:01	30th Street Station	No tags
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 7h	17:01	30th Street Station	No tags
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 28 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 29 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela		21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela		21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 30 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	No tags
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 31 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 1 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	20h	17:30	30th Street Station	No tags
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 3 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	Cheapest
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 7h	17:01	30th Street Station	Fastest
06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 14h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 11h	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:40 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 361, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

21h 5mAverage duration

723 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 361 - R 6 222	Average duration21h 5m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 045 - R 18 977	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 680 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5680 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 045

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Detroit to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia start from R 3 045. The average price for this train route is around R 6 033. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Detroit to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Detroit to Philadelphia is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 713 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Detroit to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Detroit to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Detroit to Philadelphia departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 10:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

25/12

R 13 583

26/12

R 8 697

Today

R 8 218

28/12

No data

29/12

No data

30/12

R 6 578

31/12

R 5 980

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 980

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 980 to R 26 858 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 980, which is on 2025-12-31.