The cheapest and fastest trains from Detroit, MI to East Los Angeles, CA
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- $1,029
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- $1,029
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 1 d 22 h 29 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 1 d 22 h 29 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 1
- Distance
- 3181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Detroit, MI to East Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Detroit, MI to East Los Angeles, CA will cost around $1,029 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1,029.
It's difficult to get from Detroit, MI to East Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least 2 times.

9:35 AM 46h29 Detroit, MI 8:04 AM East Los Angeles, CA $1,029 1 One-way 2 transfers

9:35 AM 46h29 Detroit, MI 8:04 AM East Los Angeles, CA $1,029 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Detroit, MI to East Los Angeles, CA
Take a train from Detroit, MI to East Los Angeles, CA and enjoy the approximately 1976 miles (3181 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 09:35, the last at 09:35.
Distance 1976 miles (3181 km) |
First train 9:35 AM |
Last train 9:35 AM |
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Live departures
Detroit, MI to East Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to East Los Angeles, CA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:35 AM Detroit, MI | 46h29 | 8:04 AM East Los Angeles, CA | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Detroit, MI to East Los Angeles, CA
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