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Trip Overview

The average train between Michigan and Chicago takes 7h 51m and the fastest train takes 5h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Michigan to Chicago. 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 51m
Duration
283 mi
Distance
$180
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Michigan to Chicago train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Michigan and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Michigan is at 9:04 PM which arrives into Chicago at 10:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Baltimore St - Northbound and take an average of 7h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Qline DetroitAmtrak11h 28m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak5h 58m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak6h 6m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Qline DetroitAmtrak11h 28m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak5h 58m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak6h 6m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Qline DetroitAmtrak12h 28m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak5h 58m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak6h 6m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Qline DetroitAmtrak14h 28m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Qline DetroitAmtrak5h 58m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak6h 6m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Qline DetroitAmtrak11h 28m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak5h 58m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak6h 6m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Qline DetroitAmtrak11h 28m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak5h 58m • 1 change
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    Qline DetroitAmtrak6h 6m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Michigan to Chicago? 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.

Map of how to get from Michigan to Chicago.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 283.1 mi
  • Duration: 7h 51m

What companies run services between Michigan, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Detroit to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $150–240 and the journey takes 5h 6m.

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