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Columbus to Detroit trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Columbus and Detroit takes 14h 17m and the fastest train takes 9h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Columbus 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.

14h 17m
Duration
429 mi
Distance
$168
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

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  1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Empire Builder / ...
  2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain train Wolverine
9h 18m
$139–288

Columbus to Detroit train times

Trains run twice daily between Columbus and Detroit. The earliest departure is at 1:47 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Columbus is at 4:23 PM which arrives into Detroit at 1:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 14h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 429.1 mi
  • Duration: 14h 17m

What companies run services between Columbus, WI, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 18m.

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