Trains tickets from San Antonio, US to Detroit, MI

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Today6 Aug
Tomorrow7 Aug
Fri8 Aug
from US$299
Sat9 Aug
from US$372
Sun10 Aug
from US$290
Mon11 Aug
Tue12 Aug
from US$233
Wed13 Aug

Next departures to Detroit

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to Detroit

Average priceUS$124 - US$417Average duration1d 9h
50kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$213 - US$448Average duration1d 16h
181kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Antonio to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 9hAverage duration
US$124Cheapest ticket
50kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Antonio, US to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$299
Average train trip duration1d 16h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure06:48
Distance1236 miles

San Antonio to Detroit Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Antonio, US - Detroit, MI

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

    The average train ticket price from San Antonio to Detroit is US$299. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Antonio to Detroit 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 San Antonio to Detroit?

    A train trip between San Antonio and Detroit is around 1d 16h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 16h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1237 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from San Antonio to Detroit 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 San Antonio to Detroit by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from San Antonio to Detroit?

    When taking the train from San Antonio to Detroit, 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
04/08
US$266
05/08
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07/08
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08/08
US$287
09/08
US$358
10/08
US$279
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 4 Aug 2025 with a price of US$266

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

You can expect to pay from US$266 to US$1,067 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$279, which is on 2025-08-10.

About Train Travel

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Detroit, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between San Antonio and Detroit compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from San Antonio to Detroit 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

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

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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