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Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Battle Creek to Detroit. The train trip from Battle Creek to Detroit is usually about 2 hours and 34 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 109 mi (175 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 25m |
| Lowest price | £20.24 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Wolverine |
| Train lines | 2 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Battle Creek to Detroit?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Battle Creek and Detroit cost £25.04, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Detroit. Booking your trip at least 22 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around £10.74 more.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from Battle Creek to Detroit will vary between £21 and £43. Planning a train trip to Detroit within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from Battle Creek over the next 7 days is £22. 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.
Monthly average prices
You can find the lowest prices on this route during February. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Battle Creek to Detroit, with the average price at just £27. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in November, when the average price goes up to £32. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Battle Creek to Detroit. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 22 days before departure, you can save around £10.74. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from Battle Creek to Detroit?
2 train services operate from Battle Creek to Detroit. Amtrak Wolverine usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 2h 34m | £63.37 |
| Amtrak Wolverine | 3 | 2h 34m | £27.61 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Battle Creek to Detroit every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £20.
The Amtrak Wolverine provides rail service from Chicago to Pontiac, Michigan, and offers 3 trips per day. Each train features amenities such as a cafe car and onboard WiFi. The average ticket price from Battle Creek to Detroit on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as £20.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, there are some trains that travel the entire distance from Battle Creek to Detroit. However, in some cases you will have to take a bus for part of your journey in addition to taking the train.
The distance between Battle Creek and Detroit is approximately 109 miles, or 175 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 34 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 25 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.
Trains from Battle Creek to Detroit are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Battle Creek at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Battle Creek to Detroit.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Detroit to Battle Creek.
City Information
Detroit
Often stigmatized as a dead city, Detroit is making a huge comeback, and it is fast becoming a hidden gem among travelers. Your first stop should be at the Detroit Institute of Art, 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’ favorite 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 bus terminal in the city is on Howard St, where travelers can catch buses 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 Battle Creek?
Main departure station: 119 McCamly St S
There is one train station in Battle Creek.
All train stations in Battle Creek:
119 McCamly St S
Where is the train station in Detroit?
Image credit: JasonParis
Link to image attributionMain 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. Bus service on Miller Transportation also operates from the Amtrak Station on 11 W Baltimore Avenue, and from the adjacent platform, travelers can connect to the QLine streetcar system. The station’s amenities include clean restrooms, vending machines, and onsite customer service staff. Thanks to its location in the New Center neighborhood, 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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