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Cheap train tickets from Detroit to Pontiac

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Detroit to Pontiac. Traveling by train from Detroit to Pontiac usually takes 54 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Wolverine train can make the trip in 51 minutes.

Distance
25 mi (40 km)
Fastest train
51m
Lowest price
$11.00
Trains per day
3
Most frequent service
Amtrak Wolverine
Train lines
2

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Detroit to Pontiac Train Schedule

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

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

Train
Bus
Avg. Price$14.91Avg. Price$9.04Cheaper
Daily Trips3Daily Trips2
Duration54mDuration50mFaster
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There are several train options that can take you from Detroit to Pontiac:

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

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Detroit to Pontiac was $13.00. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 25 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $2.00 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Detroit to Pontiac by travel date

$15$10$5OctOct

The cost of a one-way train trip from Detroit to Pontiac is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about $14 for your ticket.

Average train ticket prices from Detroit to Pontiac by month

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Taking the train from Detroit to Pontiac usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $15 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

$25$20$15$10$50

The price of train trips from Detroit to Pontiac doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.

Which train should you take from Detroit to Pontiac?

2 train services operate from Detroit to Pontiac. Amtrak Wolverine usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak156m$11.00
Amtrak Wolverine254m$15.00

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  • 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 Pontiac on the Wolverine is $15, but you can find deals for as low as $15.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Detroit to Pontiac

There are 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Detroit to Pontiac. You can also take a train for your return trip from Pontiac to Detroit. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Detroit to Pontiac for $9.

Trains per day

3

Direct trains

3

The distance between Detroit and Pontiac is approximately 25 miles, or 40 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 54 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 51 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Pontiac.

Distance (mi)

25

Distance (km)

40

The earliest train departs Detroit at 12:15am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:05pm. 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

12:15am

Last train

9:05pm

Trains from Detroit to Pontiac are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Thursday

Least crowded

Saturday

City Information

Detroit

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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?

Main departure station: 11 W Baltimore Ave

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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 Pontiac?

Main arrival station: Transp Ctr - 51000 Woodward Ave

Pontiac has one train station.

All train stations in Pontiac:

  • Transp Ctr - 51000 Woodward Ave

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