The cheapest and fastest trains from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$406
Average price
$406
Fastest journey
2 d 4 h 31 m
Average duration
2 d 4 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $406 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $406.
It's difficult to get from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least once.
351 Wolverine · 3 Southwest Chief
351 Wolverine · 3 Southwest ChiefTravel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €48, and a train costs an average of €221.
Distance: 1979 miles (3185 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€331 Average price | €190 Average price Cheapest | €312 Average price |
51h 29m Average total duration 50h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 52h 16m Average total duration 51h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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351 Wolverine · 3 Southwest Chief | 11:26 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 52h31 | 3:57 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
351 Wolverine · 27 Empire Builder · 11 Coast Starlight | 11:26 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 89h34 | 5:00 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 50h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $275 (€221) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 1979 miles (3185 km) distance in 52h 31m.
Distance 1979 miles (3185 km) |
Average train duration 50h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $275 (€221) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 52h 31m |
First train 06:26 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Detroit, MI and Los Angeles, CA from $60 (€48). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Detroit, MI to Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Cuisine Restaurant
- New Center Eatery
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Hotel St. Regis
- The Inn on Ferry Street
- MotorCity Casino Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas
- platforms are accessible via the main entrance.
- QLine streetcar
- Bus: Several lines available
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
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