The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
Cheapest price
$356
Average price
$356
Fastest journey
18 h 7 m
Average duration
18 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
763 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI will cost around $356 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $356.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ for Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 763 km distance in an average of 18 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 h 7 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 18 h 7 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 bus, train, and flight for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $92, and a train costs an average of $179.
Distance: 474 miles (763 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$290 Average price | $121 Average price | $109 Average price Cheapest |
16h 36m Average total duration 16h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 19m Average total duration 18h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:28 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 18h07 | 12:35 PM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
Trains from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $179 (€145) but you can travel from only $87 (€71) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 16:09, the last at 18:54. The fastest train covers the 474 miles (763 km) distance in 17h 41m.
Distance 474 miles (763 km) |
Average train duration 16h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $179 (€145) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 17h 41m |
First train 16:09 |
Last train 18:54 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ and Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI from $87 (€71). 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 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, 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 Amtrak, Detroit, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 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
