Cheap train tickets from Detroit to West Glacier
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Detroit to West Glacier Train Schedule
Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Detroit to West Glacier. The train trip from Detroit to West Glacier is usually about 41 hours and 1 minute long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 1548 mi (2491 km) |
| Fastest train | 41h 1m |
| Lowest price | MX$5,034.74 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Detroit to West Glacier?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Detroit and West Glacier cost MX$5,109.06, on average. Due to the distance between Detroit and West Glacier, train tickets on this route tend to be relatively pricey. Booking your trip at least 26 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around MX$1,281.91 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Detroit to West Glacier?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Detroit to West Glacier. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 1d 17h 1m | MX$6,465.28 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Detroit to West Glacier every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from MX$4,199.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Detroit to West Glacier
The distance between Detroit and West Glacier is approximately 1548 miles, or 2491 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 41 hours and 1 minute,
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.
Trains departing from Detroit to West Glacier tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. 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 Sunday 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 6:00am. 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. 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 West Glacier 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 West Glacier?
Main arrival station: Hwy 2 and Going-to-the-Sun Hwy
West Glacier has one train station.
All train stations in West Glacier:
Hwy 2 and Going-to-the-Sun Hwy
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from West Glacier to Detroit?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from Detroit
- Detroit to Vancouver Train
MX$7,987+
- Detroit to Toronto Train
MX$4,097+
- Detroit to Oakland Train
MX$7,268+
- Detroit to San Francisco Train
MX$6,612+
- Train from Detroit to Windsor
MX$6,702+
- Train from Detroit to Chicago
MX$1,257+
- Detroit to Naperville Train
MX$1,611+
- Train from Detroit to Louisville
MX$2,690+
- Detroit to Kalamazoo Train
MX$1,022+
- Detroit to New Buffalo Train
MX$1,221+
- Train from Detroit to Petoskey
MX$1,486+
- Detroit to Saint Paul
MX$3,154+
- Train from Detroit to New York
MX$4,789+
- Detroit to Rochester
MX$2,452+
- Train from Detroit to Sandusky
MX$1,765+
- Train from Detroit to Houston
MX$6,043+
- Train from Detroit to Virginia Beach
MX$4,456+
- Detroit to Spokane Train
MX$7,150+
Continue by train from West Glacier
- Train from Havre to Chicago
MX$5,467+
- Train from Havre to Whitefish
MX$1,226+
- Havre to Seattle
MX$3,825+
- Libby to Everett Train
MX$2,898+
- Train from Libby to Seattle
MX$2,749+
- Train from Libby to Spokane
MX$769+
- Malta to Seattle
MX$4,027+
- Train from Shelby to Chicago
MX$5,521+
- Train from Shelby to Whitefish
MX$660+
- Train from Shelby to Portland
MX$3,230+
- Train from Shelby to Seattle
MX$3,595+
- Train from Shelby to Spokane
MX$1,790+
- Shelby to Vancouver Train
MX$3,230+
- West Glacier to Banff
MX$4,032+
- Train from West Glacier to Saint Paul
MX$4,011+
- West Glacier to Seattle Train
MX$3,211+
- Train from Whitefish to Fargo
MX$3,857+
- Train from Whitefish to Portland
MX$2,565+
Check out these popular routes
- Montreal to Québec Train
MX$898+
- London to Edinburgh Train
MX$1,399+
- Washington D.C. to Boston
MX$4,180+
- Washington D.C. to Baltimore Train
MX$318+
- Train from Chicago to Saint Paul
MX$1,885+
- Chicago to Milwaukee Train
MX$518+
- Train from Boston to Washington D.C.
MX$4,456+
- Boston to Providence Train
MX$425+
- Train from Baltimore to Washington D.C.
MX$199+
- Train from Detroit to Chicago
MX$1,257+
- Saint Paul to Chicago Train
MX$1,790+
- Train from Providence to Boston
MX$393+
- Providence to New Rochelle Train
MX$2,644+
- Providence to Syracuse Train
MX$3,806+
- Seattle to Portland Train
MX$844+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.