Cheap train tickets from Fort Myers to Detroit

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Fort Myers to Detroit. Traveling by train from Fort Myers to Detroit usually takes 1 day, 22 hours, and 43 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 1 day, 19 hours, and 50 minutes.

Distance: 1086 mi (1748 km)
Fastest train: 43h 50m
Lowest price: RON 2,118.15
Trains per day: 2
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Fort Myers to Detroit Train Schedule

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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Fort Myers to Detroit?

There are usually 2 daily bus trips available from Fort Myers to Detroit.

	Train	Bus
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceRON 2,374.54	Avg. PriceRON 992.13Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips2	Daily Trips2
Duration	Duration46h 42m	Duration36h 50mFaster

There are several train options that can take you from Fort Myers to Detroit:

Amtrak tickets: RON 2,118 one-way

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Which train should you take from Fort Myers to Detroit?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Fort Myers to Detroit. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	46h 43m	RON 2,374.54

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Fort Myers to Detroit

While the train is the main method of transportation from Fort Myers 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 bus or express shuttle.

Trains leave the station in Fort Myers twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. 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 carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Detroit to Fort Myers. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Fort Myers to Detroit for RON 724.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Fort Myers and Detroit is approximately 1,086 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 22 hours, and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day, 19 hours, and 50 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.

Distance (mi)

1086

Distance (km)

1748

The earliest train departs Fort Myers at 6:00 AM while the last train of the day leaves at 11:45 AM. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

6:00am

Last train

11:45am

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

Busiest

Friday

Least crowded

Friday

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 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’ 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 Fort Myers?

Main departure station: 5951 Enterprise Pkwy

There is one train station in Fort Myers.

All train stations in Fort Myers:

5951 Enterprise Pkwy

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. 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.

All train stations in Detroit:

11 W Baltimore Ave

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