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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 13 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 293, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5640 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 293
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to St. Louis by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Detroit to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to St. Louis start from R 1 293. The average price for this train route is around R 2 224. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Detroit to St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Detroit to St. Louis is 13h 48m, covering a distance of 733 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Detroit to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Detroit to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Detroit to St. Louis departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 09:35.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to St. Louis was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 523To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Detroit, MI to St. Louis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 523 to R 9 393 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 523, which is on 2025-12-16.
