How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Kansas City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Kansas City start from $87. The average price for this route is around $150. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Kansas City?

The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Kansas City is 22h 35m, covering a distance of 641 miles (1034 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Kansas City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Kansas City?

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Kansas City at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Kansas City?

A bus trip from Detroit to Kansas City generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Detroit to Kansas City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Kansas City?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Kansas City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Kansas City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Detroit to Kansas City from $96 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Detroit to Kansas City on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 35m	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Detroit to Kansas City on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 35m	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 15m	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Detroit to Kansas City on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	23h 55m	7:10pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 15m	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	22h 40m	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 35m	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Kansas City on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	23h 55m	7:10pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 15m	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	22h 40m	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 35m	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Kansas City on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:25pm	Detroit Bus Station	22h 35m	9:00pm	Kansas City Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	Detroit Bus Station	22h 40m	6:00am	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:15pm	Detroit Bus Station	23h 55m	7:10pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 7:47 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Kansas City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 22 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

22h 35mAverage Duration

641 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$87 - $361	Average Duration22h 35m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$237 - $260	Average Duration16h 22m	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Kansas City?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Kansas City

A
Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Detroit Kansas City recent customer reviews

Good trip. Drivers are polite and firm but friendly.

Sandra W.

April 8, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,561 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Kansas City, MO by bus

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 bus ticket from Detroit to Kansas City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Kansas City start from $87. The average price for this route is around $150. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Kansas City?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Kansas City is 22h 35m, covering a distance of 641 miles (1034 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Kansas City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Kansas City?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Kansas City at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Kansas City?
A bus trip from Detroit to Kansas City generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to Kansas City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Kansas City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/07

No data

12/08

$191

Today

$126

12/10

No data

12/11

$151

12/12

$134

12/13

$132

12/14

$152

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $126

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

You can expect to pay from $126 to $191 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $132 which is on 2025-12-13.