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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Detroit start at $107. The average price for this train route is around $201. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

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

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 10:40am.

Train St. Louis to Detroit from $108 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on December 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	15h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:10am	Gateway Station	15h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 25m	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:22 PM CST.

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 a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 15 hours, and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

15hAverage Duration

733 kmDistance

67kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$92 - $464	Average Duration19h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$107 - $718	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,632 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5632 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $107

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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.

How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Detroit start at $107. The average price for this train route is around $201. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
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 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Detroit route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
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 10:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-07

$246

12-08

$135

Today

$118

12-10

$147

12-11

$162

12-12

$631

12-13

No data

12-14

$181

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $118

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 $118 to $1,067 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 $147 which is on 2025-12-10.