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2 trains operate daily from Detroit to Jackson. The train trip from Detroit to Jackson is usually about one hour and 23 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Wolverine train can get you there in as little as one hour and 21 minutes.
| Distance | 70 mi (112 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 21m |
| Lowest price | $10.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Wolverine |
| Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Detroit to Jackson
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: As always the staff greet you with a smile 😃 and see to it that all of your needs are met from the start of your trip to the end..And most of all you get to meet wonderful people and the staff treat you like family.. That what keeps me coming back as well as the wonderful fares...Thank you so much. Cons: As far as I'm concerned don't change a thing. Continue to provide the wonderful services that you all always have done.. Tips: Sit back and enjoy the ride and the wonderful staff.
The average price for a train ticket from Detroit to Jackson is $14.64, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 27 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $11.34 more.
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Detroit to Jackson will cost between $10 and $27. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
If you're looking to save on your train trip from Detroit to Jackson, book online with Wanderu at least 27 days in advance. That way, you’ll save $11.34 compared to booking your ticket last minute.
Amtrak Wolverine is the one and only train line which connects Detroit to Jackson. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Wolverine | 2 | 1h 24m | $19.96 |
The Amtrak Wolverine provides rail service from Chicago to Pontiac, Michigan, and offers 2 trips per day. Each train features amenities such as a cafe car and onboard WiFi. The average ticket price from Detroit to Jackson on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as $10.
Trains departing from Detroit to Jackson tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Detroit at 6:00am 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.
Trains leave the station in Detroit twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Jackson with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Jackson to 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.
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Link to image attributionDetroit’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.
11 W Baltimore Ave
Jackson has one train station.
501 E Michigan Ave
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