Route snapshot
| Stations | Chicago Union Station to Detroit station |
|---|---|
| Train | Wolverine |
| Travel time | about 5h 30m to 6h |
| Typical fare | roughly $35 to $80 each way |
| Frequency | Three departures each way daily |
Time zone change
Chicago runs on Central time and Detroit on Eastern, so your arrival time on the ticket will look an hour later than the elapsed travel time.
Stops along the way
Ann Arbor and Kalamazoo are good break points if you want to see a college town on the way.
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Station guides and more trips
Planning this trip? See the station guides for Chicago Union Station and Detroit Station, or browse all train tickets from Chicago and from Detroit. To save money, read our guide to cheap train tickets or learn how to book a train.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Detroit?
About 5.5 to 6 hours, plus the one-hour time zone change.
How many trains run between Chicago and Detroit?
Usually three round trips a day.