Bus from St. Louis to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Detroit on 4 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gateway Station
Detroit Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gateway Station
Detroit Bus StationFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:33 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 044, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
13h 50mAverage duration
731 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 044 - R 2 782Average duration13h 50m
18kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 225 - R 6 385Average duration15h
67kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Detroit, MI by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to Detroit?

    The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Detroit start at R 1 044. The average price for this route is around R 1 331. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from St. Louis to Detroit?

    The average bus journey time from St. Louis to Detroit is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 731 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Detroit route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Detroit?

    The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Detroit at 08:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Detroit?

    A bus trip from St. Louis to Detroit produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01/02
R 2 312
02/02
R 2 394
Today
R 1 738
04/02
R 1 640
05/02
R 1 140
06/02
R 1 378
07/02
R 1 738
08/02
R 1 378
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 140

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Detroit, MI as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 140 to R 2 394 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 140, which is on 2026-02-05.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Detroit, MI?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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