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The cheapest and fastest trains from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI

Showing times and prices for Jul 20

Cheapest price

$552

Average price

$552

Fastest journey

21 h 31 m

Average duration

21 h 31 m

Trains per day

Distance

767 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI will cost around $552 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $552.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Jersey City, NJ for Detroit, MI on Sun, Jul 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 20 the direct trains cover the 767 km distance in an average of 21 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 h 31 m .

On Sun, Jul 20 the slowest trains will take 21 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

03:04PM21h31

Jersey City, NJ

12:35PMDetroit, MI

$5521One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €64, and a train costs an average of €209.

Distance: 476 miles (767 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€227 Average price	€108 Average price	€93 Average price Cheapest
16h 38m Average total duration 16h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	15h 43m Average total duration 15h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI

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Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $259 (€209) but you can travel from only $80 (€64) by flight.

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

Flight from $80 (€64)

Distance

476 miles (767 km)

Average train duration

16h 8m

Cheapest ticket price

$259 (€209)

Trains per day

Fastest train

17h 39m

First train

06:26

Last train

21:30

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $80 (€64)

Train providers: Amtrak from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI trains

Amtrak trains will get you to Detroit, MI from Jersey City, NJ from $329 (€266). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your 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.

Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 18 h 7 min
Cheapest Price: $329

FAQs: Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI

FAQs: Travel by train from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, 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 Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI.

Cheap train tickets from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI can start from as little as $156 (€126) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI is $208 (€168); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI train travel time is 15 h 55 min for the 476 mile (767 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI leaves at 6: 26 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI leaves at 9: 30 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Jersey City, NJ and Detroit, MI to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 30 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI by train is August.

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