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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Detroit start from $75. The average price for this train route is around $141. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Detroit?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Detroit is 15h, covering a distance of 455 miles (733 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Detroit?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Detroit at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 10:40am.

Train St. Louis to Detroit from $76 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	15h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	15h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	15h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 10m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 5m	8:40pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	15h	12:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags

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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 the good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

15hAverage Duration

455 milesDistance

67kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $327	Average Duration19h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$75 - $506	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $75

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $75. The average price for this train route is around $141. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Detroit?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Detroit is 15h, covering a distance of 455 miles (733 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Detroit route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Detroit?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Detroit at 4:30am. And 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

12/13

$173

12/14

$411

Today

$135

12/16

$112

12/17

$123

12/18

$136

12/19

$175

12/20

$212

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $112

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 $112 to $895 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 $112 which is on 2025-12-16.