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Evanston to Detroit trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Evanston and Detroit takes 8h 26m 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.

8h 26m
Duration
294 mi
Distance
$95
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain train Wolverine
7h 12m
$78–175

Evanston to Detroit train times

Trains run twice daily 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 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 294.4 mi
  • Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $75–170 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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