Detroit to Philadelphia by train
Philadelphia lies 711 km (442 mi) east of Detroit, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 9 h 37 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 867 km (539 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Detroit | Philadelphia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 645,705 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 192 m (630 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Detroit) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Michigan Central Station, Detroit | Suburban Station, 30th Street Station, North Philadelphia station |
| Postal codes | 48201–48288 | 19019–19255 |
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Staying in Philadelphia
Our booking partner lists 762 places to stay in Philadelphia. Of the 537 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (211), and 7 are five-star. Across 163 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 137,482 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Philadelphia from Detroit?
711 km (442 mi) in a straight line, east of Detroit; by road roughly 867 km (539 mi).
How long does it take to get from Detroit to Philadelphia by train?
About 9 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Detroit and Philadelphia?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Philadelphia?
Our booking partner lists 762 places to stay in Philadelphia, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.