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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Detroit
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 R 2 585, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 849
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Houston to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Detroit start from R 3 849. The average price for this train route is around R 4 978. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 quickest train can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Houston to Detroit route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 3 781To 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 R 3 781 to R 12 987 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 R 3 781, which is on 2026-02-02.
