Next available departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on July 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 15m	8:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 10m	8:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 15m	8:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	15h 5m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	15h 5m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	15h 5m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 25m	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 25m	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Detroit on July 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 15m	8:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
6:35am	Gateway Station	13h 10m	8:45pm	Amtrak Station	Fastest
4:30am	Gateway Station	15h 15m	8:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	15h 5m	12:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 25m	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	22h 25m	7:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:51 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 14 hours, and with fares starting at just PLN 253, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

14hAverage Duration

731 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 253 - PLN 835	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 292 - PLN 1,979	Average Duration14h 10m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,843 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5843 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 PLN 292

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at PLN 292. The average price for this train route is around PLN 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Detroit?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Detroit takes 14h 10m and covers 733 km. The quickest train gets you there in 13h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Detroit route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Detroit?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Detroit departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07-11

PLN 636

07-12

PLN 1,619

Today

PLN 1,739

07-14

PLN 585

07-15

PLN 691

07-16

PLN 691

07-17

PLN 535

07-18

PLN 363

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Detroit, MI was searched and found on Jul 18, 2026 with a price of PLN 363

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 PLN 363 to PLN 3,931 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 PLN 363 which is on 2026-07-18.