How much is the train ticket from Washington to Detroit?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Detroit start from R 2 925. The average price for this train route is around R 4 901. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Detroit?

The average train journey time from Washington to Detroit is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 641 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to Detroit?

The earliest train from Washington to Detroit departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Train Washington to Detroit from R 2 299 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 11 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
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Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 12 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
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15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 13 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 16 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Detroit on 17 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	15h 38m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
15:57	Union Station	1d 4h	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:32 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 22 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 245, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

22hAverage duration

634 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 245 - R 6 095	Average duration22h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 925 - R 6 563	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 726 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5726 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 2 400

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Detroit start from R 2 925. The average price for this train route is around R 4 901. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Detroit?
The average train journey time from Washington to Detroit is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 641 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to Detroit?
The earliest train from Washington to Detroit departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/01

R 2 620

10/01

R 2 620

Today

R 2 620

12/01

R 3 414

13/01

R 2 299

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16/01

R 2 299

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 299

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 299 to R 17 323 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 299, which is on 2026-01-13.