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The cheapest and fastest trains from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI

Showing times and prices for Jun 15

Cheapest price

$79

Average price

$111

Fastest journey

8 h 4 m

Average duration

11 h 5 m

Trains per day

Distance

226 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI 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 Grand Rapids, MI will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI without transferring at least once.

351 Wolverine · 8650 AMTRAK

06:26AM8h04

Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI

02:30PMGrand Rapids Station, Grand Rapids, MI

$791One-way

1 transfer

351 Wolverine · 8364 AMTRAK

06:26AM8h04

Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI

02:30PMGrand Rapids Station, Grand Rapids, MI

$791One-way

1 transfer

351 Wolverine · 370 Pere Marquette

06:26AM17h08

Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI

11:34PMGrand Rapids Station, Grand Rapids, MI

$1751One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 8m.

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Train	Most popular Bus
€64 Average price	€35 Average price Cheapest
8h 34m Average duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 38m Average duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 15

Last updated at 8:13 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
351 Wolverine · 8650 AMTRAK	10:26 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI	8h04	6:30 PM Grand Rapids Station, Grand Rapids, MI	1 transfer
351 Wolverine · 370 Pere Marquette	10:26 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI	17h08	3:34 AM Grand Rapids Station, Grand Rapids, MI	1 transfer
351 Wolverine · 8364 AMTRAK	10:26 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI	8h04	6:30 PM Grand Rapids Station, Grand Rapids, MI	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI

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Trains from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $29 (€23)

Distance

139 miles (225 km)

Average train duration

8h 4m

Cheapest ticket price

$55 (€45)

Trains per day

Fastest train

8h 4m

First train

06:00

Last train

14:55

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $29 (€23)

Train companies: Amtrak from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets between Detroit, MI and Grand Rapids, MI from $46 (€37) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI.

Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 8 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: $46

FAQs: Trains from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI

FAQs: Travel by train from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI.

Cheap train tickets from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI can start from as little as $52 (€42) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is $78 (€63); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI train time is 8 h 4 min covering the 140 mile (225 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI leaves at 6: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI leaves at 5: 50 PM.

There are 3 trains a day from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Grand Rapids, MI. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Grand Rapids, MI from Detroit, MI and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

The cheapest month to travel from Detroit, MI to Grand Rapids, MI by train is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Detroit, MI and Grand Rapids, MI including taking a bus, train or flight.