Cheap train tickets from Elyria to Detroit

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Elyria to Detroit. Travelling by train from Elyria to Detroit usually takes 3 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 2 hours and 59 minutes.

Distance
82 mi (132 km)
Fastest train
2h 59m
Lowest price
NOK 632.71
Trains per day
3
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Elyria to Detroit Train Timetable

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Is it better to travel by coach or train from Elyria to Detroit?

There are usually 2 daily coach trips from Elyria to Detroit.

Train
Coach
Avg. PriceNOK 689.38Avg. PriceNOK 350.26Cheaper
Daily Trips3Daily Trips2
Duration3h 21mFasterDuration3h 35m
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Price trends for trains from Elyria to Detroit

Average train ticket prices from Elyria to Detroit by month

NOK 1,275NOK 1,020NOK 765NOK 510NOK 255JFMAMJJASOND

Prices as travel date approaches

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Which train should you take from Elyria to Detroit?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Elyria to Detroit. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak33h 21mNOK 689.38
  • 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 are 3 Amtrak trains from Elyria to Detroit every day, as well as 3 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 632.71.

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Elyria to Detroit

While the train is the main method of transport from Elyria 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.

There are 3 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 hand 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 Detroit to Elyria. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Elyria to Detroit for NOK 274.

Trains per day

3

Direct trains

0

The distance between Elyria and Detroit is approximately 82 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 21 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 59 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.

Distance (mi)

82

Distance (km)

132

The earliest train departs Elyria at 3:29 while the last train of the day leaves at 4:36. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.

First train

3:29am

Last train

4:36am

Trains from Elyria to Detroit are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Sunday

Least crowded

Sunday

City Information

Detroit

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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 Elyria?

Main departure station: 410 East River Rd

There is one train station in Elyria.

All train stations in Elyria:

  • 410 East River Rd

Where is the train station in Detroit?

Main arrival station: 11 W Baltimore Ave

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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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