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.
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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No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Detroit station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.
Elgin to Detroit train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Detroit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Detroit station.
The distance between Elgin and Detroit is 432.5 km. The road distance is 516 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 37m.
