The average train between Evanston and Detroit takes 8h 18m and the fastest train takes 6h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Evanston to Detroit. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Evanston and Detroit. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Evanston is at 6:32 PM which arrives into Detroit at 1:25 PM. All services require a transfer at LaSalle/Van Buren and take an average of 8h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Evanston to Detroit? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Evanston station and arriving at Detroit station via Detroit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.
Evanston to Detroit train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Chicago Union Station.
Evanston to Detroit train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Detroit station.
The distance between Evanston and Detroit is 384 km. The road distance is 474 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $75–180 and the journey takes 5h 20m.