How much does a train ticket cost from Detroit to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to New York City start from £109. The average price for this train route is around £207. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Detroit to New York City?

The average train journey time from Detroit to New York City is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 482 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Detroit to New York City 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 Detroit to New York City?

The earliest train from Detroit to New York City departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 09:50.

Train Detroit to New York City from £104 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 2 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:50	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	09:50	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	09:50	Amtrak Station	1d 8h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 3 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 4 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 10h	19:46	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 10h	19:46	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 7 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 8 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New York City on 9 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	21:30	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 21 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

21h 20mAverage duration

480 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£50 - £365	Average duration21h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£109 - £933	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5620 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 £109

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to New York City 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 Detroit to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to New York City start from £109. The average price for this train route is around £207. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Detroit to New York City?
The average train journey time from Detroit to New York City is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 482 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Detroit to New York City 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 Detroit to New York City?
The earliest train from Detroit to New York City departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 09:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

30/11

£657

01/12

£288

Today

£248

03/12

£149

04/12

£248

05/12

£294

06/12

£291

07/12

£173

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to New York City was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £149

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Detroit, MI to New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £149 to £1,631 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £149, which is on 2025-12-03.