How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit cost?

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Detroit is R 7 961. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Detroit?

A train trip between Philadelphia and Detroit is around 1d 8h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 712 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Philadelphia and Detroit?

The number of trains from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Detroit by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Detroit?

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

Train Philadelphia to Detroit from R 2 439 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 18 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:42	30th Street Station	18h 53m	07:35	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
13:08	30th Street Station	18h 27m	07:35	Amtrak Station	Fastest
12:35	30th Street Station	19h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:35	30th Street Station	19h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:35	30th Street Station	19h	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Detroit on 23 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:20	30th Street Station	20h 15m	07:35	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
12:42	30th Street Station	18h 53m	07:35	Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:20	30th Street Station	20h 15m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
11:20	30th Street Station	20h 15m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags
12:18	30th Street Station	19h 17m	07:35	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:25 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 417, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

19h 45mAverage duration

711 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 417 - R 4 563	Average duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 656 - R 10 576	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5593 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 2 254

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit cost?
The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Detroit is R 7 961. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Detroit?
A train trip between Philadelphia and Detroit is around 1d 8h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 712 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Philadelphia and Detroit?
The number of trains from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Detroit by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Detroit?
When taking the train from Philadelphia to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

16/11

R 4 507

17/11

R 3 977

Today

R 3 093

19/11

R 2 740

20/11

No data

21/11

R 2 616

22/11

No data

23/11

R 4 896

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 616

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 616 to R 23 418 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 616, which is on 2025-11-21.