Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | No tags |
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Get from Detroit to Kansas City
The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Kansas City, KS 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 $106. The average price for this route is around $112. 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 1d 10h, covering a distance of 647 miles (1042 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Kansas City route?
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 6:40am. 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 87500 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.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Kansas City, KS was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $105To 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, KS, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $105 to $110 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Kansas City, KS based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $110 which is on 2026-01-18.
