MN → MT · about 753 miles
Detroit Lakes to Shelby train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Detroit Lakes to Shelby. The fastest takes 16 hours 7 minutes; every train leaves at 3:06 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 16h 07m
- Leaves at
- 3:06 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station and arrives at Shelby 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 | 6:13 PM | 16h 07m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Detroit Lakes Where you get off in Shelby 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 Shelby
- Shelby Amtrak Station Map of Shelby Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Shelby to Detroit Lakes
Questions
How long is the train from Detroit Lakes to Shelby?
The fastest direct train takes 16 hours 7 minutes; the typical trip is 16 hours 7 minutes.
What time is the first train from Detroit Lakes to Shelby?
Every departure is at 3:06 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Detroit Lakes to Shelby?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Detroit Lakes?
Trains to Shelby leave from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station.