Trains tickets from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA

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Today10 Aug
from US$252
Tomorrow11 Aug
from US$278
Tue12 Aug
from US$270
Wed13 Aug
from US$293
Thu14 Aug
from US$260
Fri15 Aug
Sat16 Aug
from US$346
Sun17 Aug

Next departures to Philadelphia

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Philadelphia

Average priceUS$71 - US$224Average duration22h 30m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$174 - US$397Average duration1d 11h
65kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 22 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
22h 30mAverage duration
US$71Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$260
Average train trip duration1d 11h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure06:26
Distance443 miles
Latest train departure09:35

Detroit to Philadelphia Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Philadelphia, PA

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Detroit to Philadelphia cost?

    The average train ticket price from Detroit to Philadelphia is US$260. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    A train trip between Detroit and Philadelphia is around 1d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 442 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Detroit and Philadelphia?

    The number of trains from Detroit to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Detroit to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    When taking the train from Detroit to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
08/08
US$382
09/08
US$319
Today
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11/08
No data
12/08
US$333
13/08
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14/08
US$250
15/08
US$231
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 15 Aug 2025 with a price of US$231

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$231 to US$1,124 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$231, which is on 2025-08-15.

About Train Travel

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Philadelphia, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Detroit and Philadelphia, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Detroit to Philadelphia and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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