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Cheap train tickets from Vancouver to Detroit
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Vancouver to Detroit. Travelling by train from Vancouver to Detroit usually takes 3 days, 15 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 days, 14 hours and 40 minutes.
- Distance
- 1964 mi (3161 km)
- Fastest train
- 86h 40m
- Lowest price
- £338.07
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Vancouver to Detroit Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Vancouver to Detroit?
There is usually 1 daily coach trip from Vancouver to Detroit.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£405.56 | Avg. Price£220.04Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration87h 20mFaster | Duration101h 1m |
There are several train options that can take you from Vancouver to Detroit:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Vancouver to Detroit?
In the last month, train tickets from Vancouver to Detroit cost about £338 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Vancouver and Detroit, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 12 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £177.58 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Vancouver to Detroit by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Vancouver to Detroit will cost between £315 and £525. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Vancouver to Detroit by month
Ticket prices for the train from Vancouver to Detroit often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in March when the average ticket price is only £304. If you're thinking of travelling from Vancouver to Detroit during June, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £415 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in June, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Vancouver to Detroit on Wanderu at least 12 days ahead of time, you can save about £177.58 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Vancouver to Detroit?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Vancouver to Detroit. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 87h 20m | £405.56 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from Vancouver to Detroit every day, as well as 1 trip at the weekends, with prices starting from £331.38.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Vancouver to Detroit
While the train is the main method of transport from Vancouver to Detroit, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a coach or express shuttle.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Vancouver to Detroit for £168.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between Vancouver and Detroit is approximately 1,964 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 15 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 days, 14 hours and 40 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 patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
1964
Distance (km)
3161
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Vancouver at 6:30 and arrives in Detroit around 86 hours later.
First train
6:30am
Last train
7:30am
Trains from Vancouver to Detroit are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Saturday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Vancouver
Vancouver is a trendy diverse city in British Columbia, known for its eclectic shopping, fresh seafood, and unique scenic setting between snow-capped mountains and urban beaches. Vancouver is sometimes called “Hollywood North” due to the amount of films and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a film set as you're walking around town!
If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighbourhood to explore. Biking around the gorgeous Stanley Park in downtown Vancouver is rivaled only by hiking and skiing on nearby Grouse Mountain, which offers stunning views of the city on clear days.
Vancouver International Airport is conveniently close to downtown, and also one of the biggest gateways for international travel on the West Coast of North America. From Vancouver, it's easy to travel into the U.S. to Seattle by coach or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.
Detroit
Often stigmatized as a dead city, Detroit is making a huge comeback, and it is fast becoming a hidden gem among travellers. Your first stop should be at the Detroit Institute of Arts, the city’s foremost cultural destination. Featuring more than 100 galleries with artworks from masters such as Van Gogh or Diego Rivera, the museum offers tourists hours of artistic immersion and enjoyment. For those wishing to learn more about the history of Motown or Black American communities, the city’s Motown Museum and Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History will be top-tier destinations. Finally, don’t miss out on the chance to catch a performance at the lavish Fox Theater, a national landmark.
As Detroit is the birthplace of Coney dog, it would be a huge miss if you pass up the chance to try out this masterpiece. One of the locals’ favourite Coney dog establishments is Lafayette Coney Island. Detroit’s craft beer scene is also quite lively, and some famous local brands include Batch Brewing Company and Detroit Beer Co.
The principal coach terminal in the city is on Howard St, where travellers can catch coaches run by Greyhound, Indian Trails or Barons Bus. You can also catch Amtrak trains at the train station in New Center, north of downtown Detroit. Detroit is served by Amtrak’s Wolverine line. The city’s main airport is the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which is located in nearby Romulus.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Vancouver?
Main departure station: Pacific Central Station
The historic Pacific Central Station is Vancouver’s primary train station for Amtrak and VIA Rail service, as well as a coach station for numerous carriers. The impressive Beaux-Arts style station opened in 1919, and is within walking distance of Science World, Strathcona Park, and the lively Gastown neighbourhood. Plus, walking just across the street from Pacific Central Station gives you access to Vancouver's SkyTrain public transit system at the Main Street–Science World station. With free WiFi, toilets, and several restaurants and shops on the premises, Pacific Central Station is a convenient place to start or end your trip.
All train stations in Vancouver:
- Pacific Central Station
Where is the train station in Detroit?
Main arrival station: 11 W Baltimore Ave
Detroit’s Amtrak station connects Motor City with the nation’s rail network via three daily trains on the Amtrak Wolverine, which runs from Chicago to Pontiac, Michigan. Coach service on Miller Transportation also operates from the Amtrak Station on 11 W Baltimore Avenue, and from the adjacent platform, travellers can connect to the QLine tram system. The station’s amenities include clean toilets, vending machines, and onsite customer service staff. Thanks to its location in the New Center neighbourhood, the Amtrak station is surrounded by various restaurants and is one block away from the historic landmark, Cadillac Place.
Train stations in Detroit:
- 11 W Baltimore Ave
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