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Trip Overview

The average train between California and Detroit takes 2d 13h and the fastest train takes 2d 11h. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from California to Detroit. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 13h
Duration
2,510 mi
Distance
$727
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

California to Detroit train times

Trains run 5 times a week between California and Detroit. The earliest departure is at 5:19 PM in the evening, and the last departure from California is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Detroit at 9:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Chicago Union Station and take an average of 2d 13h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakQline Detroit2d 11h • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakQline Detroit2d 11h • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakQline Detroit2d 20h • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakQline Detroit2d 11h • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakQline Detroit2d 11h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from California to Detroit? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 2,510.2 mi
  • Duration: 2d 13h

What companies run services between California, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Los Angeles to Campus Martius - Southbound via Chicago Union Station, Detroit, and Baltimore St - Southbound in around 2d 2h.

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