Train from St. Louis to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on December 15
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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Detroit

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
15hAverage Duration
455 milesDistance
67kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$65 - $327Average Duration19h
18kg CO₂e
Average Price$75 - $506Average Duration15h
67kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Detroit, MI by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Detroit start from $75. The average price for this train route is around $141. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Detroit is 15h, covering a distance of 455 miles (733 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the St. Louis to Detroit route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Detroit at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 10:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/10
$103
12/11
$136
Today
$166
12/13
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12/14
$127
12/15
$83
12/16
$100
12/17
$76
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $76

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

You can expect to pay from $76 to $860 for a train 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 $76 which is on 2025-12-17.

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