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Compare bus, train, and flight for Portland, OR to Detroit, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Detroit, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $232. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $232, and a flight costs an average of $486.
Distance: 1964 miles (3161 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$413 Average price | $619 Average price | $264 Average price Cheapest |
66h 28m Average total duration 65h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 33m Average total duration Fastest 9h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 77h 22m Average total duration 76h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Portland, OR to Detroit, MI train times
The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Detroit, MI trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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11 Coast Starlight · 6 California Zephyr · 354 Wolverine | 9:22 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 78h48 | 4:10 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 2 transfers | |
28 Empire Builder · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 6049 AMTRAK | 11:45 PM Portland Union Station, Portland, OR | 59h50 | 11:35 AM Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portland, OR to Detroit, MI
Trains from Portland, OR to Detroit, MI run on average 2 times per day, taking around 65h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $365 (€296) but you can travel from only $232 (€188) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 16:45. The fastest train covers the 1964 miles (3161 km) distance in 59h 50m.
Distance 1964 miles (3161 km) |
Average train duration 65h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $365 (€296) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 59h 50m |
First train 6:26 AM |
Last train 4:45 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portland, OR to Detroit, MI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portland, OR and Detroit, MI from $232 (€188). 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 Portland, OR to Detroit, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Detroit, MI 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 Detroit, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portland, OR to Detroit, MI
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via NW 6th Avenue.
- Wilf's Restaurant & Bar
- Al-Amir Lebanese Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
- The Benson, a Coast Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main entrance leading to platforms 1-3 for Amtrak services
- waiting areas and ticket counters are located in the main hall.
- MAX Light Rail: Green Line, Yellow Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: NS Line
- 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
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