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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
637 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Columbus, 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 Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 2 buses that leave Columbus, OH for St. Louis, MO on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 637 km distance in an average of 10 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 20 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 11 h 30 m 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.
9:50 AM11h30Columbus, OH9:20 PMSt. Louis, MO$601One-way0 transfers- 3:05 AM9h20Columbus, OH12:25 PMSt. Louis, MO$841One-way0 transfers
- 3:05 AM9h20Columbus, OH12:25 PMSt. Louis, MO$841One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM11h30Columbus, OH9:20 PMSt. Louis, MO$601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $233.
Distance: 395 miles (637 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
$80 Average price Cheapest | $298 Average price |
9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration Fastest 6h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $151 |
Live departures
Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:40 AM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 11h30 | 3:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 14h35 | 11:20 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
| 2:30 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 10h15 | 11:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO
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Buses from Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 395 miles (637 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 395 miles (637 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound for as low as $58 (€47). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Columbus, OH to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Columbus, 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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