MN → MT · about 570 miles
Detroit Lakes to Malta train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Detroit Lakes to Malta. The fastest takes 12 hours 14 minutes; every train leaves at 3:06 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 12h 14m
- Leaves at
- 3:06 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station and arrives at Malta Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:06 AM | 2:20 PM | 12h 14m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Detroit Lakes Where you get off in Malta The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Detroit Lakes
- Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station Map of Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Malta
- Malta Amtrak Station Map of Malta Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Malta to Detroit Lakes
Questions
How long is the train from Detroit Lakes to Malta?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 14 minutes; the typical trip is 12 hours 14 minutes.
What time is the first train from Detroit Lakes to Malta?
Every departure is at 3:06 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Detroit Lakes to Malta?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Detroit Lakes?
Trains to Malta leave from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station.