The cheapest and fastest trains from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
Cheapest price
$283
Average price
$394
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 14 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1516 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA 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 Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI will cost around $394 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $283.
It's difficult to get from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI without transferring at least once.
58 City Of New Orleans · 352 Wolverine11:45 AM31h55Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA8:40 PMDetroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI$2831One-way1 transfer
20 Crescent · 40 Floridian · 6049 AMTRAK9:10 AM45h25Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA7:35 AMDetroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI$5051One-way2 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans · 352 Wolverine11:45 AM31h55Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA8:40 PMDetroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI$2831One-way1 transfer
20 Crescent · 40 Floridian · 6049 AMTRAK9:10 AM45h25Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA7:35 AMDetroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI$5051One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $111. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, and a train costs an average of $193.
Distance: 941 miles (1516 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$377 Average price | $130 Average price Cheapest | $219 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 13m Average total duration Fastest 27h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 9m Average total duration 28h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI:
A bus is $248 (€199) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI costing on average $377 (€303).
Other travel options to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI take longer:
Train takes on average 27h 43m.
Bus takes on average 28h 39m.
Tickets start at around $377 (€303) compared to roughly $219 (€176) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-158.60 (€-127.39). The journey takes 27h 43m versus 15h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI train times
The table below shows live departures for Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
58 City Of New Orleans · 352 Wolverine | 11:45 AM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 31h55 | 8:40 PM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
20 Crescent · 40 Floridian · 6049 AMTRAK | 9:10 AM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 45h25 | 7:35 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
Trains from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI run on average 2 times per day, taking around 27h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $193 (€155) but you can travel from only $111 (€89) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 14:10, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 941 miles (1516 km) distance in 28h 55m.
Distance 941 miles (1516 km) |
Average train duration 27h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $193 (€155) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 28h 55m |
First train 2:10 PM |
Last train 7:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA and Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI from $111 (€89). 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 Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA 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 Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA to Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, accessible 24/7.
- Cochon Restaurant
- Herbsaint
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans
- Le Pavillon Hotel
- Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Hall 3: bus and streetcar connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: Loyola-UPT Line
- 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
