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Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Greyhound
11:00AM5h55
Chicago, IL
04:55PMSt. Louis, MO
$721One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:50PM5h50
Chicago, IL
05:40AMSt. Louis, MO
$1231One-way
0 transfers

Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, December 6
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
FlixBus11:50PM Chicago, IL5h50 05:40AM St. Louis, MO0 transfersDirect
Greyhound11:00AM Chicago, IL5h55 04:55PM St. Louis, MO0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

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Fastest Journey

5 h 50 m

Average

5 h 52 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

419 km

Of the 2 buses that leave Chicago, IL for St. Louis, MO every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

FlixBus
11:50PM5h50
Chicago, IL
05:40AMSt. Louis, MO
$1231One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
11:00AM5h55
Chicago, IL
04:55PMSt. Louis, MO
$721One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

Buses from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€24) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
259 miles (418 km)
Average bus duration
7h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$27 (€24)
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
2
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
5h 35m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Greyhound and FlixBus from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

Travel between Chicago, IL and St. Louis, MO from $35 (€32) with Omio’s bus partners Greyhound and FlixBus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO bus information with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: $38
  • FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

FAQs: Take the bus from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO can start from as little as $27 (€24) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO is $52 (€47); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to St. Louis, MO from Chicago, IL is on average 5 h 35 min   for the 259 mile (418 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO leaves at 12: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO leaves at 11: 50 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the best Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Greyhound or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services between Chicago, IL and St. Louis, MO to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO by bus is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to St. Louis, MO from Chicago, IL including taking a train, bus or flight.

Popular bus stations from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO

Chicago, IL
St. Louis, MO
The major bus station for departures in Chicago, IL is Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak) for your trip from Chicago, IL to St. Louis, MO.
Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak)
Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
The major bus station for arrivals in St. Louis, MO is St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) for your trip to St. Louis, MO from Chicago, IL.
St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)

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