Cheap train tickets from Green Bay to Detroit

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Green Bay to Detroit. Travelling by train from Green Bay to Detroit usually takes 14 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 13 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance: 292 mi (469 km)
Fastest train: 13h 55m
Lowest price: £95.11
Trains per day: 1
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Green Bay to Detroit Train Timetable

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

There are usually 2 daily coach trips from Green Bay to Detroit.

	Train	Coach
Avg. Price	Avg. Price£119.63	Avg. Price£84.65Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips1	Daily Trips2
Duration	Duration14h 5mFaster	Duration14h 57m

There are several train options that can take you from Green Bay to Detroit:

Amtrak tickets: £95 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from Green Bay to Detroit?

In the last month, train tickets from Green Bay to Detroit cost about £116 when booked at the cheapest time. This is somewhat expensive compared to other train fares, but it makes sense given the route’s long distance. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 2 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £11.15 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Green Bay to Detroit by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Green Bay to Detroit will cost between £95 and £127. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Green Bay to Detroit by month

Ticket prices for the train from Green Bay to Detroit often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in July when the average ticket price is only £94. If you're thinking of travelling from Green Bay to Detroit during August, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £111 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in August, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Green Bay to Detroit on Wanderu at least 2 days ahead of time, you can save about £11.15 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Green Bay to Detroit?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Green Bay 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	14h 5m	£119.63

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Green Bay to Detroit

While the train is the main method of transport from Green Bay 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 Green Bay to Detroit for £54.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Green Bay and Detroit is approximately 292 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 5 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 hours and 55 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)

292

Distance (km)

469

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Green Bay at 5:45 and arrives in Detroit around 13 hours later.

First train

5:45am

Last train

5:45am

Trains from Green Bay to Detroit are the most crowded on Monday. 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

Monday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Green Bay

As the oldest settlement in Wisconsin, Green Bay offers a great mix of historic destinations and modern activities to enjoy. One of the most popular attractions in the city is The Automobile Gallery, where car fans can ooh and aah over dozens of vehicles from different eras. If you're more of a train lover, a good alternative is the National Railroad Museum, home to the world's largest steam locomotive. And, of course, NFL fans will want to go directly to Lambeau Field, the home of the Green Bay Packers. The stadium also includes a hall of fame and a museum that showcases the team's achievements.

Green Bay's food scene offers much more than just sports bars, so everyone will find something to their liking while dining here. Rustique Pizzeria + Lounge offers amazing pizza slices in a unique dining setting: a 112-year-old chapel.

Intercity coach service connects Green Bay to nearby cities like Milwaukee and Minneapolis, and the downtown coach terminal means coaches deliver you right to the middle of the action. The Green Bay/Austin Straubel International Airport, a few miles away, is a small airport with flights to domestic and international destinations.

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 Green Bay?

Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 901 University Ave

The primary coach station in Green Bay is the transport centre on University Ave, located on the east side of Fox River. Although there are no restaurants or retailers in the area around the station, the building has toilets, vending machines, and seating for a comfortable wait. Coaches pull up to the covered coach bays in front of the building. Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, and Indian Trails run intercity routes to this station, and Green Bay Metro local buses run routes from the station to areas in Green Bay.

All train stations in Green Bay:

Bus Terminal - 901 University Ave

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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