Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on November 27
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Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on November 30
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Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on December 4
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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Detroit
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 15 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Detroit, MI by bus
What is the travel distance from St. Louis to Detroit?
St. Louis and Detroit are 454 miles (733 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St. Louis to Detroit?
Buses going from St. Louis to Detroit begin their journey at Gateway Station and reach their destination at Detroit Bus Station.
What are the best sights and things to do in Detroit?
Once in Detroit, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Fox Theater, Ford Piquette Avenue Plant, Wright Museum of African American History, Eastern Market and The Guardian Building.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/25
$165
11/26
$286
Today
$125
11/28
$88
11/29
$106
11/30
$204
12/01
No data
12/02
$75
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $75
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 $75 to $330 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 $75 which is on 2025-12-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Detroit, MI?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination