Bus from Kansas City, MO to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Detroit on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Detroit Bus StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:59 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 19 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
19h 55mAverage Duration
641 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$99 - $281Average Duration19h 55m
26kg CO₂e
Average Price$119 - $290Average Duration16h 9m
94kg CO₂e

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

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 bus ticket from Kansas City to Detroit?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Detroit start from $99. The average price for this route is around $143. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Detroit is 19h 55m, covering a distance of 641 miles (1034 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Detroit route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Detroit at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/27
$213
11/28
$180
Today
$308
11/30
$144
12/01
$134
12/02
$193
12/03
$108
12/04
$110
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $108

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

You can expect to pay from $108 to $308 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2025-12-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Detroit, MI?

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