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Elgin to Detroit trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Elgin and Detroit takes 7h 55m and the fastest train takes 6h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin 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.

7h 55m
Duration
317 mi
Distance
$116
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Md-W
  2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain train Wolverine
7h 37m
$96–197

Elgin to Detroit train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Elgin and Detroit. The earliest departure is at 4:52 AM at night, and the last departure from Elgin is at 10:10 PM which arrives into Detroit at 1:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 317 mi
  • Duration: 7h 55m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Elgin to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 37m.

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