The average train between Milwaukee and Detroit takes 10h 56m and the fastest train takes 8h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee and Detroit. The earliest departure is at 11:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Milwaukee is at 7:35 PM which arrives into Detroit at 1:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 10h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Milwaukee station and arriving at Detroit station via Chicago Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.
Milwaukee to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Milwaukee station.
Milwaukee to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Detroit station.
Book your Milwaukee to Detroit train tickets online with Amtrak.
The distance between Milwaukee and Detroit is 405 km. The road distance is 587 km.
You can take a train from Milwaukee to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 49m.