How to get to Detroit, MI from St. Louis, MO

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Compare train, coach and flight for St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £66, while a flight costs an average of £431.

Distance: 731 km

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£134

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£431

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11h 11m

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10h 41m

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12h 48m

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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2.2 - 4.4kg

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Compare ways to travel from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI

Compare the available ways to get from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI is a coach with an average price of £66.

This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI:

A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI costing on average £134.

A coach is £366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI costing on average £431.

The fastest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 23m.

Other travel options to Detroit, MI take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 11m.

Coach takes on average 12h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between St. Louis, MO and Detroit, MI including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £134 compared to roughly £77 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£56. The journey takes 10h 41m versus 7h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI

How to get to Detroit, MI from St. Louis, MO by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • UnitedUA1251 · UA5478
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Best day trips from Detroit, MI by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Detroit, MI are Windsor, ON. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Detroit, MI on Omio.

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Windsor is a small Nova Scotia town known for its historic centre, ice hockey heritage and valley setting. It offers a quieter base near the Avon River, vineyards and rolling farmland.

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FAQs: St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI

Travel to Detroit, MI easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI.

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There are 3 options to travel between St. Louis, MO and Detroit, MI including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI is a coach with an average price of £66.

This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI:

A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI costing on average £134.

A coach is £366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI costing on average £431.

The fastest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 23m.

Other travel options to Detroit, MI take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 11m.

Coach takes on average 12h 48m.

The St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI distance is approximately 731 km.
The average frequency per day from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between St. Louis, MO and Detroit, MI as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI:
  • Flights mostly depart from St. Louis Lambert International Airport and arrive in Detroit Wayne County Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO and arrive in Detroit Amtrak, Detroit, MI.
  • Coaches mostly depart from St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) and arrive in Detroit, Greyhound Terminal.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, Republic Airlines, skywest airlines, psa airlines to go to Detroit, MI by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Detroit, MI by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Detroit, MI by coach.
Omio customers who travel from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Washington, DC. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Detroit, MI and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from St. Louis, MO to Detroit, MI, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Detroit, MI, you can explore the Motown Museum, the birthplace of the Motown Sound, and enjoy guided tours of historic recording studios. Visit Eastern Market for fresh produce, local goods, and street art. Discover Detroit's history at the Detroit Historical Museum with engaging exhibits. The Detroit Zoo offers a variety of animals in immersive habitats. Catch a game or tour at Comerica Park, a family-friendly baseball stadium. For cultural sights, visit the Detroit Institute of Arts with over 65,000 artworks, and The Henry Ford, showcasing American innovation. Enjoy the scenic Detroit Riverwalk and explore Belle Isle Park with its aquarium and nature trails. Don't miss the Guardian Building's stunning Art Deco architecture.
To fully explore Detroit's main attractions, such as the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Motown Museum, and the Henry Ford Museum, plan to spend about 3 to 4 days in the city.

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