The cheapest and fastest trains from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$246
Average price
$351
Fastest journey
15 h 40 m
Average duration
21 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
635 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around $351 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $246.
It's difficult to get from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
6048 AMTRAK · 41 Floridian
353 Wolverine · 41 Floridian
6048 AMTRAK · 41 Floridian
353 Wolverine · 41 FloridianTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Detroit, MI to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $82, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 394 miles (635 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$186 Average price | $156 Average price Cheapest | $345 Average price |
16h 40m Average total duration 16h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 51m Average total duration 14h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Detroit, MI to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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351 Wolverine · 50 Cardinal | 10:26 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 36h18 | 10:44 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
353 Wolverine · 50 Cardinal | 1:35 PM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 33h09 | 10:44 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
353 Wolverine · 41 Floridian | 1:35 PM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 27h35 | 5:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, March 20 | |||||
6048 AMTRAK · 41 Floridian | 1:30 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 15h40 | 5:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC
Trains from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $132 (€108) but you can travel from only $82 (€67) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 394 miles (635 km) distance in 15h 40m.
Distance 394 miles (635 km) |
Average train duration 16h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $132 (€108) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 15h 40m |
First train 06:26 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest month Nov |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Wed |
Least busy day Wed |
Best day to book ahead 49 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Detroit, MI and Washington, DC from $82 (€67). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Detroit, MI to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Cuisine Restaurant
- New Center Eatery
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Hotel St. Regis
- The Inn on Ferry Street
- MotorCity Casino Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas
- platforms are accessible via the main entrance.
- QLine streetcar
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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