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New York, NY to Detroit, MI Train

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24/05/2025
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New York, NY to Detroit, MI by train

The journey from New York, NY to Detroit, MI by train is 774.2 km and takes 17 hrs 53 mins. There are 2 connections per day, with the first departure at 10:09 am and the last at 2:13 pm. It is possible to travel from New York, NY to Detroit, MI by train for as little as $197.01 or as much as $470.00. The best price for this journey is $197.01.

Lowest Price $197.01
Journey Duration 17 hrs 53 mins
Connection per Day 2
Lowest Price $197.01
Highest Price $470.00
First Departure 10:09 am
Last Departure 2:13 pm
Distance 774.2 km
Departure New York, NY
Arrival Detroit, MI
Carriers Amtrak

New York, NY to Detroit, MI Train Times

Departure date
Saturday, 24 May 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $281.76 to $447.52 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 37% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from New York, NY to Detroit, MI

The cheapest New York, NY - Detroit, MI train tickets can be found for as low as $289.02 if you’re lucky, or $383.46 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $622.94.

Find the best day to travel to Detroit, MI by train

When travelling to Detroit, MI by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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New York, NY to Detroit, MI CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
54.19kg
Bus
58.07kg
Flight
154.84kg
Car
123.87kg
What are the CO2 emissions from New York, NY to Detroit, MI by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between New York, NY and Detroit, MI are 54.19kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between New York, NY and Detroit, MI? By taking the train between New York, NY and Detroit, MI you will save 100.65kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 3.88kg compared to a bus and 69.68kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from New York, NY to Detroit, MI?
A train ticket from New York, NY to Detroit, MI is $351.59. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $197.01.
What's the cheapest train ticket from New York, NY to Detroit, MI?
The cheapest ticket you can get from New York, NY to Detroit, MI is $197.01. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between New York, NY and Detroit, MI by train?
New York, NY to Detroit, MI is 774.2 km.
How long does the train between New York, NY and Detroit, MI take?
New York, NY to Detroit, MI is on average 17 hrs 53 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 17 hrs 22 mins.
How many train connections per day go from New York, NY to Detroit, MI?
New York, NY to Detroit, MI has 2 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from New York, NY to Detroit, MI leave?
The earliest train from New York, NY to Detroit, MI departs at 10:09 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from New York, NY to Detroit, MI depart?
The latest train from New York, NY to Detroit, MI departs at 2:13 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from New York, NY to Detroit, MI in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $197.01 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between New York, NY to Detroit, MI by train?
The fastest journey time by train between New York, NY and Detroit, MI is 17 hrs 22 mins.
Is there a direct train from New York, NY to Detroit, MI?
Yes, there is a direct train between New York, NY and Detroit, MI.
What are the CO2 emissions for New York, NY to Detroit, MI by train?
The train journey from New York, NY to Detroit, MI creates 54.19kg of CO2 emissions.