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Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Detroit to Battle Creek. The train trip from Detroit to Battle Creek is usually about 2 hours and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 16 minutes.
Distance | 109 mi (175 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 16m |
Lowest price | CHF 22.66 |
Trains per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Wolverine |
Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Detroit to Battle Creek?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Detroit to Battle Creek was CHF 29.39. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Battle Creek if you book your train tickets at least 13 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra CHF 7.23.
Average prices by travel date
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Detroit to Battle Creek will range from CHF 23 to CHF 64. If you're planning to travel by train to Battle Creek in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Detroit you can find in the next 7 days is CHF 24. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Detroit to Battle Creek on Wanderu at least 13 days ahead of time, you can save about CHF 7.23 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Detroit to Battle Creek?
2 train services operate from Detroit to Battle Creek. 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 | 1 | 2h 35m | CHF 42.54 |
Amtrak Wolverine | 3 | 2h 17m | CHF 33.98 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Detroit to Battle Creek every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 23.
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 Detroit to Battle Creek on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as CHF 23.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Detroit to Battle Creek on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Detroit at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 Detroit to Battle Creek.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Battle Creek to Detroit.
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 Detroit?
Image credit: JasonParis
Link to image attributionMain departure 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
Where is the train station in Battle Creek?
Main arrival station: 119 McCamly St S
Battle Creek has one train station.
All train stations in Battle Creek:
119 McCamly St S
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