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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Detroit
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5633 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £90
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Detroit start from £173. The average price for this train route is around £249. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Detroit?
The average train journey time from Boston to Detroit is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 611 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Detroit route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Detroit?
The earliest train from Boston to Detroit departs at 12:50. And the latest train departs at 12:57.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £90To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £90 to £1,227 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £90, which is on 2025-12-13.
