Train from Albany, NY to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Albany to Detroit on 14 January
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Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany 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 19 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
19h 50mAverage duration
470 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£76 - £241Average duration19h 50m
19kg CO₂e
Average price£114 - £649Average duration1d 1h
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY 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 Albany to Detroit?

    The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Detroit start from £114. The average price for this train route is around £245. 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 Albany to Detroit?

    The average train journey time from Albany to Detroit is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 475 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Albany 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 Albany to Detroit?

    The earliest train from Albany to Detroit departs at 19:05. And the latest train departs at 19:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/01
£161
13/01
£169
Today
£133
15/01
£91
16/01
£91
17/01
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18/01
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19/01
£91
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of £91

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

You can expect to pay from £91 to £1,080 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £91, which is on 2026-01-15.

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