Bus Tickets from Kansas City, MO to Detroit, MI

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TodayAug 11
TomorrowAug 12
from US$117
WedAug 13
from US$111
ThuAug 14
from US$108
FriAug 15
from US$114
SatAug 16
from US$120
SunAug 17
from US$114
MonAug 18
from US$117

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Detroit
    Destination location: Detroit Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Detroit

Average PriceUS$87 - US$213Average Duration21h 55m
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$119 - US$274Average Duration16h 9m
94kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Kansas City to Detroit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 21 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
21h 55mAverage Duration
US$87Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kansas City, MO to Detroit, MI: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$105
Average Bus Trip Duration21h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure8:35am
Distance1033 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

Kansas City to Detroit Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Kansas City, MO - Detroit, MI

  1. What is the distance between Kansas City and Detroit?

    The distance between Kansas City and Detroit is around 1037 km (643 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Kansas City to Detroit?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Kansas City, and end it at Detroit Bus Station, in Detroit.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-09
US$102
08-10
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Today
US$102
08-12
US$90
08-13
US$89
08-14
US$117
08-15
US$122
08-16
US$134
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Aug 13, 2025 with a price of US$89

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

You can expect to pay from US$89 to US$134 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$89 which is on 2025-08-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Kansas City to Detroit.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Kansas City to Detroit.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Kansas City to Detroit.

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

Did you know?

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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