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

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Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on March 27
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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 a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
13h 50mAverage Duration
731 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$94 - $266Average Duration13h 50m
18kg CO₂e
Average Price$106 - $605Average Duration15h
67kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at $106. The average price for this train route is around $159. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train trip from St. Louis to Detroit takes 15h and covers 733 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from St. Louis to Detroit departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 10:25am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03-24
$151
03-25
$175
Today
$171
03-27
$193
03-28
$152
03-29
$224
03-30
$152
03-31
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Mar 24, 2026 with a price of $151

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 $151 to $1,427 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 $152 which is on 2026-03-28.

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