Question 1

Can you take a train all the way from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Detroit to New York. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

Question 2

Other ways to get from Boston to NYC

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There are usually 19 daily train trips available from Boston to New York.

Question 3

When are trains the most crowded?

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On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Detroit to New York on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

Question 4

Which train should you take from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Detroit to New York.  However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.

Question 5

What is the price of a train ticket from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

In the last month, €87.64 was the average price of a train ticket from Detroit to New York. Tickets are generally somewhat expensive for this particular train route, which is to be expected given the long distance. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 29 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around €149.10 more than that for a same-day booking.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New York to Detroit.

Question 7

How long is the train journey from Detroit to New York?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Detroit and New York is approximately 481 miles, or 773 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 25 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 19 hours and 20 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

Accepted Answer

The earliest train departs Detroit at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

Get around town with Moovit

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Download Moovit to see all of your local transit options in New York. Download here

Question 10

Where is the train station in New York?

Accepted Answer

New York has one train station.

Question 11

Where is the train station in Detroit?

Accepted Answer

There is one train station in Detroit.

Question 12

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to New York from Detroit will be about C€149.10 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Question 13

Average prices by travel date

Accepted Answer

Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from Detroit to New York will vary between C and C. Planning a train trip to New York within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from Detroit over the next 7 days is C. Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.

Question 14

Monthly average prices

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Mark your calendar for  if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Detroit to New York. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of . If you're planning a trip from Detroit to New York during , bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about  for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Question 15

Need a return trip from New York to Detroit?

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Question 16

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

Accepted Answer

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.