Bus Detroit to Columbia, MO: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Detroit to Columbia, MO from various bus operators like Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$117

tomorrow

$111

Sunday

Monday

$107

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

$104

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	19h 45m	4:20 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	11:05 AM	Columbia, MO	Red Thread	Economy	$117	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/5/2025 4:20:00 PM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Greyhound US	19h 20m	4:20 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	10:40 AM	Columbia, MO	Bus Stop	Economy	$117	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/5/2025 4:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
Greyhound US	20h 30m	11:25 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	6:55 PM	Columbia, MO	Red Thread	Economy	$121	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/5/2025 11:25:00 PM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Detroit to Columbia, MO via Chicago, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  27h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:20 AM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  2:20 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/7/2025 8:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
- Busbud
  
  10h 25m
  
  0
  
  12:15 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  10:40 AM
  
  Columbia, MO
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $58
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/8/2025 12:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 25m
Travel time is 9h 0m longer, but you will save $24

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	20h 30m	11:25 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	6:55 PM	Columbia, MO	Red Thread	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/6/2025 11:25:00 PM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
Greyhound US	19h 20m	4:20 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	10:40 AM	Columbia, MO	Bus Stop	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/6/2025 4:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
Greyhound US	19h 45m	4:20 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	11:05 AM	Columbia, MO	Red Thread	Economy	$112	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/6/2025 4:20:00 PM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Detroit to Columbia, MO via Chicago, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  20h 30m
  
  0
  
  11:25 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  5:35 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/7/2025 11:25:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
- Busbud
  
  9h 10m
  
  0
  
  9:45 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  6:55 PM
  
  Columbia, MO
  Red Thread
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $58
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/8/2025 9:45:00 AM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	20h 30m	11:25 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	6:55 PM	Columbia, MO	Red Thread		Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/8/2025 11:25:00 PM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Detroit to Columbia, MO via Chicago, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  20h 30m
  
  0
  
  11:25 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  5:35 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/7/2025 11:25:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
- Busbud
  
  9h 10m
  
  0
  
  9:45 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  6:55 PM
  
  Columbia, MO
  Red Thread
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $58
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/8/2025 9:45:00 AM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	19h 15m	8:15 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	2:30 PM	Columbia, MO	Bus Stop	Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/11/2025 8:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 15m
Greyhound US	19h 45m	8:15 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	3:00 PM	Columbia, MO	Red Thread	Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/11/2025 8:15:00 PM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Greyhound US	20h 30m	11:25 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	6:55 PM	Columbia, MO	Red Thread	Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/11/2025 11:25:00 PM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
Greyhound US	19h 20m	4:20 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	10:40 AM	Columbia, MO	Bus Stop	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/11/2025 4:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
Greyhound US	19h 45m	4:20 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	11:05 AM	Columbia, MO	Red Thread	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/11/2025 4:20:00 PM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Detroit to Columbia, MO via Chicago, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  20h 30m
  
  0
  
  11:25 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  5:35 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 12/7/2025 11:25:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
- Busbud
  
  9h 10m
  
  0
  
  9:45 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  6:55 PM
  
  Columbia, MO
  Red Thread
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $58
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/8/2025 9:45:00 AM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save $11

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO is $104 on 12/11/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Detroit and Columbia, MO

See here how frequent the connections between Detroit and Columbia, MO are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Detroit to Columbia, MO. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Detroit and Columbia, MO.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Detroit to Columbia, MO, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Detroit and Columbia, MO, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 3 times every day by bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO in one click! Book your bus ticket from Detroit to Columbia, MO starting from $104!

Cheapest Bus	$104
Fastest Bus	18h 15m
Earliest Bus	4:20 PM
Latest Bus	11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	539.1 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Detroit to Columbia, MO

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Detroit for Columbia, MO: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$117

Saturday 12/06

$111

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$107

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

$104

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Detroit to Columbia, MO

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Detroit to Columbia, MO, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $104, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $117.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Detroit to Columbia, MO, with $104. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $107.

How to save money travelling from Detroit to Columbia, MO

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Detroit to Columbia, MO in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Detroit to Columbia, MO are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Detroit and Columbia, MO

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Detroit and Columbia, MO.

Central Bus Station

Howard St 1001

Amtrak

W Baltimore Ave 78

VA Medical Center Blue Deck

East Canfield Street (between John R. and Brush St.) 225

Park Avenue

Rosa Parks TC

Cass Ave 1310

Bus Stop

N 10th St 198

University

Fellows Pl 1301-1349

Red Thread

Highway 40 W 6401

Service and Comfort on the bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Detroit to Columbia, MO? Or which bus companies serve the route Detroit to Columbia, MO? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Detroit to Columbia, MO bus

How much does a Detroit Columbia, MO bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $104 and takes 18h 15m to reach Columbia, MO. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Detroit to Columbia, MO?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $104 and $121. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Columbia, MO.

On average, how many connections are available from Detroit to Columbia, MO each day?

Every day, the Detroit to Columbia, MO bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Detroit to Columbia, MO take?

The fastest bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO is offered by Greyhound US and takes 18h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $104. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO?

The earliest bus arriving in Columbia, MO from Detroit starts at 4:20 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO?

The latest bus trip departing from Detroit for Columbia, MO starts at 11:25 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Detroit Columbia, MO route?

When traveling by bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO, passengers can travel with Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Columbia, MO?

You can check all the direct connections between Detroit and Columbia, MO by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Detroit to Columbia, MO bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Detroit Columbia, MO bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Detroit Columbia, MO bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Detroit to Columbia, MO on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Detroit to Columbia, MO

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Detroit and to Columbia, MO

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Detroit and to Columbia, MO. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!