How much does a cheap train ticket from Detroit to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Detroit to Washington is R 4 058. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Detroit to Washington 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!

How long is the train trip from Detroit to Washington?

A train trip between Detroit and Washington is around 1d 9h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 636 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Detroit and Washington?

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

Which train companies travel from Detroit to Washington?

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

Train Detroit to Washington from R 2 917 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Detroit to Washington on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:26	Amtrak Station	1d 12h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 9h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to Washington on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:35	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:18 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 083, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

17h 20mAverage duration

644 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 083 - R 3 851	Average duration17h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 949 - R 15 368	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5582 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 R 2 949

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Washington, DC, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Detroit to Washington cost?
The average train ticket price from Detroit to Washington is R 4 058. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Detroit to Washington 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!
How long is the train trip from Detroit to Washington?
A train trip between Detroit and Washington is around 1d 9h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 636 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Detroit and Washington?
The number of trains from Detroit to Washington 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 Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Detroit to Washington?
When taking the train from Detroit to Washington, 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

10/11

R 5 657

11/11

R 3 918

Today

No data

13/11

R 3 971

14/11

No data

15/11

R 2 952

16/11

R 3 971

17/11

R 3 321

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 952

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 952 to R 24 929 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 952, which is on 2025-11-15.