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Lake Michigan to Detroit trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Lake Michigan and Detroit takes 7h 38m and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Lake Michigan 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.

7h 38m
Duration
281 mi
Distance
$95
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain train Wolverine
6h 32m
$78–175

Lake Michigan to Detroit train times

Trains run twice daily between Lake Michigan and Detroit. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lake Michigan is at 7:10 PM which arrives into Detroit at 1:25 PM. All services require a transfer at LaSalle/Van Buren and take an average of 7h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Lake Michigan to Detroit.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 281.2 mi
  • Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Lake Michigan, MI, 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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