Bus Tickets from Detroit (MI) to Kansas City (MO)

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TodayJun 8
from $242
TomorrowJun 9
TueJun 10
from $89
WedJun 11
from $90
ThuJun 12
from $102
FriJun 13
from $111
SatJun 14
from $115
SunJun 15
from $122

Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 11 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 11 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 11 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 11 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Kansas City.

Average Price$75 - $211Average Duration22h 35m
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$237 - $260Average Duration16h 22m
94kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Kansas City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 22 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
22h 35mAverage Duration
$75Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit to Kansas City: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$106
Average bus trip duration22h 35m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure6:40am
Distance641 miles (1033 km)
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Detroit to Kansas City Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Detroit to Kansas City, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Detroit (MI) - Kansas City (MO)

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/06
$157
06/07
No data
Today
$236
06/09
$87
06/10
$85
06/11
$82
06/12
$94
06/13
$125
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit to Kansas City was searched and found on Jun 11, 2025 with a price of $82

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

You can expect to pay from $82 to $236 for a bus ticket from Detroit to Kansas City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $82 which is on 2025-06-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Detroit to Kansas City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Detroit to Kansas City that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Detroit to Kansas City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit to Kansas City?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Detroit by bus?

Bus from Detroit to Kansas City

You can also go to Kansas City by train

Train from Detroit to Kansas City

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