Train from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Detroit to Philadelphia on 8 January
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 294, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
21h 10mAverage duration
713 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 294 - R 5 706Average duration21h 10m
18kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 920 - R 18 741Average duration1d 11h
65kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Philadelphia start from R 2 920. The average price for this train route is around R 5 644. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Detroit to Philadelphia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 713 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Detroit to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train from Detroit to Philadelphia departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 10:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
05/01
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06/01
R 3 392
Today
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08/01
R 3 898
09/01
R 4 185
10/01
R 3 712
11/01
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 392

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 R 3 392 to R 15 371 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 R 3 712, which is on 2026-01-10.

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