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

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Detroit is $599. The best way to find 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!

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.

How many daily trains 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 you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Seattle to Detroit?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?

Once in Detroit, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Fox Theater , Eastern Market, Old St. Mary, The Guardian Building, Detroit Historical Museum.

Train Seattle to Detroit from $247 | Refundable Tickets

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from $584

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Next departures to Detroit

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: August 2 at 4:55pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: August 5 at 7:35am
Destination city: Detroit
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 11h
Departure time: August 2 at 9:55am
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: August 6 at 12:10am
Destination city: Detroit
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 11h
Departure time: August 2 at 9:55am
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: August 6 at 12:10am
Destination city: Detroit
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 11h
Departure time: August 2 at 9:55am
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: August 6 at 12:10am
Destination city: Detroit
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 11h
Departure time: August 2 at 4:55pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle King Street Station
Arrival time: August 5 at 7:35am
Destination city: Detroit
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 11h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Detroit.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$160 - $377	Average Duration3d 16h	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$320 - $684	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 283kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 3 days, 16 hours and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3d 16hAverage Duration

$160Cheapest ticket

78kgCO₂ emissions

Train Seattle to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$599

Average train trip duration3d 11h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure9:55am

Distance1927 miles (3107 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,341 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5341 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $320

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Seattle to Detroit Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/25

$609

07/26

$1,336

Today

$452

07/28

$365

07/29

$545

07/30

$548

07/31

$497

08/01

$376

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of $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 $365 to $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 $365 which is on 2025-07-28.

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 traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Trains tickets from Seattle to Detroit, MI