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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Hammond to Detroit per day. The average train journey from Hammond to Detroit takes 5 hours and 14 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 235 mi (378 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 14m |
| Lowest price | €37.81 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Wolverine |
| Train lines | 1 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Hammond to Detroit?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Hammond to Detroit was €37.81. This is an excellent price given the length of the route. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 13 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around €28.14 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Monthly avg. prices
You can find the lowest prices on this route during February. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Hammond to Detroit, with the average price at just €47. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in March, when the average price goes up to €60. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.
Which train should you take from Hammond to Detroit?
Amtrak Wolverine is the one and only train line which connects Hammond 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 Wolverine | 1 | 5h 14m | €66.51 |
The Amtrak Wolverine provides rail service from Chicago to Pontiac, Michigan, and offers 1 trips per day. Each train features amenities such as a cafe car and onboard WiFi. The average ticket price from Hammond to Detroit on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as €38.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Hammond to Detroit
The distance between Hammond and Detroit is approximately 235 miles, or 378 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 14 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Hammond to Detroit. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Hammond at 7:00am and arrives in Detroit around 5 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Detroit with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Detroit to Hammond.
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 Hammond?
Main departure station: 1135 N Calumet Ave
There is one train station in Hammond.
All train stations in Hammond:
1135 N Calumet Ave
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.
All train stations in Detroit:
11 W Baltimore Ave
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