The average train between Detroit and Columbus takes 8h 54m and the fastest train takes 8h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Detroit to Columbus. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Detroit and Columbus. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Detroit is at 9:35 AM which arrives into Columbus at 5:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Columbus. However, there are services departing from Detroit station and arriving at Columbus station via Chicago Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.
Detroit to Columbus train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.
Detroit to Columbus train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Columbus Amtrak Station.
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The distance between Detroit and Columbus is 499.4 km. The road distance is 691 km.
You can take a train from Detroit to Columbus Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 8h 56m.
