The cheapest and fastest trains from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI
Cheapest price
$290
Average price
$290
Fastest journey
20 h 26 m
Average duration
20 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
767 km
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 $290 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $290.
Of the 1 trains that leave Jersey City, NJ for Detroit, MI on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 767 km distance in an average of 20 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 26 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 20 h 26 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.


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 bus with prices starting from €83. 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 bus costs an average of €83, and a train costs an average of €177.
Distance: 476 miles (767 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€177 Average price | €126 Average price | €106 Average price Cheapest |
16h 39m Average total duration 16h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 43m Average total duration 15h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI train times
The table below shows live departures for Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:49 AM Jersey City, NJ | 16h55 | 11:44 PM Detroit, MI | 2 transfers | |
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Compare prices and tickets Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Jersey City to Detroit trains with Omio?
Amtrak as well as PATH offer trains services from Jersey City to Detroit. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Jersey City to Detroit.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Amtrak, but also compare tickets for the likes of PATH to find the best option for your trip from Jersey City to Detroit.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Amtrak tickets can be bought on Amtrak's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of PATH to help you choose the right option for your journey from Jersey City to Detroit.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Jersey City to Detroit.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI
Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $221 (€177) but you can travel from only $92 (€74) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 476 miles (767 km) distance in 16h 55m.
Distance 476 miles (767 km) |
Average train duration 16h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $221 (€177) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 16h 55m |
First train 06:26 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak, PATH from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI trainsAmtrak, PATH trains will get you between Jersey City, NJ and Detroit, MI from $92 (€74). 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 Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI 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 Detroit, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jersey City, NJ to Detroit, MI
- 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
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