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Troy - Detroit Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

3 trains operate daily from Troy to Detroit. The train trip from Troy to Detroit is usually about 27 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance20 mi (32 km)
Fastest train0h 27m
Lowest price$11.00
Trains per day3
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Wolverine
Train lines1

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

The average price for a train ticket from Troy to Detroit is $11.00, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 10 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 $0.75 more.

Monthly average prices

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Taking the train from Troy to Detroit usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $14 whenever you decide to travel.

Which train should you take from Troy to Detroit?

Amtrak Wolverine is the one and only train line which connects Troy to Detroit. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Wolverine30h 28m$11.18
  • 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 Troy to Detroit on the Wolverine is , but you can find deals for as low as $11.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Troy and Detroit is approximately 20 miles, or 32 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 27 minutes, It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Detroit.

Trains departing from Troy to Detroit tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. 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 Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Troy at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 Troy to Detroit.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Detroit to Troy.

City Information

Troy

Troy, MI, US - TRM-0

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Troy is located in the suburb of Detroit and is the most populous city in Oakland County. It is a major shopping area for those in the Detroit area. Troy appeals most to outdoor enthusiasts and families, with family areas like the Red Oaks Waterpark and Troy Family Aquatic Center. There are also different hiking and biking trails, like the Clinton River Trail and River Bends Park. Visitors in Troy can check out conservative areas like the Stage Nature Center and Troy Historic Village. Animal lovers in Troy can visit sighting marks, like the Holland Ponds for herons and the Arctic Ring of Life, where you can see polar bears and sea otters.

Troy features exciting nightlife, with some bars, comedy clubs, nightclubs, taverns, pubs, and gastropubs. The craft beer scene is incredibly quickly growing; the city also has some wineries, distilleries, and vineyards. Downtown Troy has several places for shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.

Those visiting Troy, Michigan, can do so through train companies like Amtrak Wolverine and Amtrak. The SMART Bus and Troy RYDE also provides public bus routes inside the city.

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 Troy?

Main departure station: 1201 Doyle Dr - Troy Transit Ctr

There is one train station in Troy.

All train stations in Troy:

  • 1201 Doyle Dr - Troy Transit Ctr

Where is the train station in Detroit?

11 W Baltimore Ave - DETAMT-0

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Main 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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