Bus Kansas City to Detroit: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Kansas City to Detroit

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

today

$104

tomorrow

$106

Saturday

$113

Sunday

$112

Monday

$121

Tuesday

$105

Wednesday

$102

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	21h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	2:45 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station		Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/3/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	21h 10m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$106	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/4/2026 8:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
Greyhound US	17h 45m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$110	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/4/2026 4:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Greyhound US	21h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	2:45 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$113	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/4/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	17h 45m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$113	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/5/2026 4:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Greyhound US	21h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	2:45 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$116	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/5/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 55m
Greyhound US	21h 10m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$125	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/5/2026 8:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $125 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Kansas City to Detroit via Kansas City, KS, you can save more than $-1? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- 18h 45m
  
  Kansas City
  
  5 mi
  
  3:10 AM
  
  Kansas City, KS
  Metrocenter
  
  10:55 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $114
  
  A Bus from goes from Metrocenter, Kansas City, KS (USA) at 9/5/2026 3:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	21h 10m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$112	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/6/2026 8:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
Greyhound US	21h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	2:45 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$112	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/6/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 55m
Greyhound US	17h 45m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$113	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/6/2026 4:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Kansas City to Detroit via Kansas City, KS, you can save more than $5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 4%
  
  18h 45m
  
  Kansas City
  
  5 mi
  
  3:10 AM
  
  Kansas City, KS
  Metrocenter
  
  10:55 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $107
  
  A Bus from goes from Metrocenter, Kansas City, KS (USA) at 9/6/2026 3:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	22h 50m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	3:40 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$121	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/7/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/8/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m
Greyhound US	21h 10m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$122	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/7/2026 8:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/8/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
Greyhound US	17h 45m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$123	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/7/2026 4:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Kansas City to Detroit via Kansas City, KS, you can save more than $11? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 9%
  
  18h 45m
  
  Kansas City
  
  5 mi
  
  3:10 AM
  
  Kansas City, KS
  Metrocenter
  
  10:55 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $110
  
  A Bus from goes from Metrocenter, Kansas City, KS (USA) at 9/7/2026 3:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Did you know that if you travel from Kansas City to Detroit via Indianapolis, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  24h 0m
  
  0
  
  3:50 PM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Indianapolis
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $60
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/5/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
- Greyhound US
  
  5h 45m
  
  0
  
  11:05 AM
  
  Indianapolis
  Central Bus Station
  
  4:50 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 9/6/2026 11:05:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Travel time is 5h 15m longer, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	24h 0m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:50 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$105	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/8/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 0m
Greyhound US	21h 10m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$106	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/8/2026 8:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
Greyhound US	17h 45m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$112	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/8/2026 4:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/8/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	17h 45m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:55 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$102	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/9/2026 4:10:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 10:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Greyhound US	24h 0m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:50 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$103	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/9/2026 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 0m
Greyhound US	21h 10m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	6:50 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 9/9/2026 8:40:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Kansas City to Detroit is $78 on 9/23/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Kansas City and Detroit

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Kansas City to Detroit. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Kansas City and Detroit.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 10 buses from Kansas City to Detroit, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Kansas City and Detroit, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Kansas City to Detroit

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 3 times every day by bus from Kansas City to Detroit in one click! Book your bus ticket from Kansas City to Detroit starting from $78!

Cheapest Bus	$78
Fastest Bus	18h 45m
Earliest Bus	3:50 PM
Latest Bus	3:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	643.0 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Kansas City to Detroit

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Kansas City for Detroit: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/03/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/30

Monday 08/31

Tuesday 09/01

Wednesday 09/02

Thursday 09/03

$100

Friday 09/04

$106

Saturday 09/05

$113

Sunday 09/06

$116

Monday 09/07

$121

Tuesday 09/08

$105

Wednesday 09/09

$102

Thursday 09/10

$100

Friday 09/11

$107

Saturday 09/12

$105

Sunday 09/13

$92

Monday 09/14

$86

Tuesday 09/15

$85

Wednesday 09/16

$86

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

$102

Saturday 09/19

$107

Sunday 09/20

$106

Monday 09/21

$87

Tuesday 09/22

$84

Wednesday 09/23

$78

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

$97

Saturday 09/26

The cheapest time to travel from Kansas City to Detroit

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

With a price starting from $78, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Kansas City to Detroit. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $100.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Kansas City to Detroit, with $78. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $104.

How to save money travelling from Kansas City to Detroit

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 Kansas City to Detroit 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 Kansas City to Detroit, 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 Kansas City to Detroit are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Kansas City and Detroit

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

Greyhound Bus Station

Troost Avenue 1102

Metrocenter

Grand Blvd 202

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Kansas City to Detroit

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

FAQs about the Kansas City to Detroit bus

How much does a Kansas City Detroit bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $78 and takes 18h 45m to reach Detroit. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Kansas City to Detroit?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $78 and $129. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Detroit.

On average, how many connections are available from Kansas City to Detroit each day?

Every day, the Kansas City to Detroit 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 Kansas City to Detroit take?

The fastest bus from Kansas City to Detroit is offered by Greyhound US and takes 18h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $110. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Kansas City to Detroit?

The earliest bus arriving in Detroit from Kansas City starts at 3:50 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 Kansas City to Detroit?

The latest bus trip departing from Kansas City for Detroit starts at 3:50 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 Kansas City Detroit route?

When traveling by bus from Kansas City to Detroit, 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 Kansas City and Detroit?

You can check all the direct connections between Kansas City and Detroit 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 Kansas City to Detroit 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 Kansas City Detroit 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 Kansas City Detroit 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 Kansas City to Detroit on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Kansas City to Detroit

Economy

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

More bus routes to Kansas City and to Detroit

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