How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to Detroit?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Detroit start from £149. The average price for this train route is around £238. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Detroit?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Detroit is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1974 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Detroit?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Detroit departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Los Angeles to Detroit from £164 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:00	Union Station	2d 23h	00:10	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
22:00	Union Station	2d 23h	00:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 6h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 6h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 6h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:19	Union Station	2d 3h	00:10	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 3h	00:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 3h	00:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 11h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 11h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:13	Union Station	3d 1h	00:10	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
17:19	Union Station	2d 3h	00:10	Amtrak Station	Fastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 11h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 11h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
19:13	Union Station	3d 1h	00:10	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Detroit on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:13	Union Station	3d 1h	00:10	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
17:19	Union Station	2d 3h	00:10	Amtrak Station	Fastest
22:00	Union Station	2d 23h	00:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 11h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 6h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 07:49 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 2 days, 11 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2d 11hAverage duration

1974 milesDistance

80kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£97 - £458	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 80kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£149 - £916	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 290kg 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 £149

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Detroit start from £149. The average price for this train route is around £238. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Detroit?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Detroit is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1974 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Detroit?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Detroit departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£293

11/12

£1,051

Today

£270

13/12

£270

14/12

No data

15/12

£303

16/12

£214

17/12

£484

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £214

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

You can expect to pay from £214 to £1,613 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £214, which is on 2025-12-16.