The cheapest and fastest buses from Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cincinnati, OH for St. Louis, MO on Mon, Jan 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct buses cover the 495 km distance in an average of 10 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest buses will take 14 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €144.
Distance: 307 miles (495 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€71 Average price Cheapest | €130 Average price | €235 Average price |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 40m Average total duration 14h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Sunday, January 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:03 PM Cincinnati, OH | 8h32 | 11:35 PM St. Louis, MO | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 307 miles (495 km) distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 307 miles (495 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Go Metro from Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound, Go Metro for as low as $51 (€41). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cincinnati, OH to St. Louis, MO by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St. Louis, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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