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

The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Detroit start from £63. The average price for this train route is around £92. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Detroit?

The average train journey time from Indianapolis to Detroit is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 241 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Detroit?

The earliest train from Indianapolis to Detroit departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 06:25.

Train Indianapolis to Detroit from £65 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Indianapolis to Detroit on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	14h 40m	20:40	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	14h 40m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	14h 40m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Detroit on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	14h 40m	20:40	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	14h 40m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Indianapolis to Detroit on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	14h 40m	20:40	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	14h 40m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	06:00	Greyhound Amtrak Station	14h 40m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis 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 10 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

10h 25mAverage duration

239 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£35 - £169	Average duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£63 - £151	Average duration14h 40m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 £63

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Indianapolis to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Detroit start from £63. The average price for this train route is around £92. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Detroit?
The average train journey time from Indianapolis to Detroit is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 241 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Detroit?
The earliest train from Indianapolis to Detroit departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 06:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£106

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£115

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The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £106

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

You can expect to pay from £106 to £425 for a train ticket from Indianapolis to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £115, which is on 2025-12-13.