Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO bus with Chicago Transit (CTA)

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$162

Average price

$162

Fastest journey

8 h 1 m

Average duration

8 h 16 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

435 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Evanston, IL 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 Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $162.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least 2 times.

Chicago Transit (CTA)
06:55AM8h30
Evanston, IL
03:25PMSt. Louis, MO
$1621One-way
2 transfers
Chicago Transit (CTA)
03:24PM8h01
Evanston, IL
11:25PMSt. Louis, MO
$1621One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €281.

Distance: 270 miles (435 km)

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€51

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€281

Average price

6h 30m

Average total duration

6h 0m

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5h 33m

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4h 24m

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1h 24m

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Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO bus times

The table below shows live departures for Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:54 PM
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Chicago Transit (CTA)6:55 AM Evanston, IL
8h30
3:25 PM St. Louis, MO2 transfers
Chicago Transit (CTA)3:24 PM Evanston, IL
8h01
11:25 PM St. Louis, MO2 transfers

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

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Distance
270 miles (435 km)
Average bus duration
6h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$57 (€46)
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
6h 0m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
23:45

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO start from as low as $57 (€46) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $57 (€46) depending on the train type and class.
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 providers: Chicago Transit (CTA) from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO with Chicago Transit (CTA) for as low as $57 (€46). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Chicago Transit (CTA)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 54m
Cheapest Price
$162 (€132)
Chicago Transit (CTA) frequency
1 a day

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

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Evanston, IL 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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO can start from as little as $184 (€150) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO is $184 (€150); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO bus time is 7 h 54 min   covering the 270 mile (435 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO leaves at 12: 30AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO leaves at 11: 50PM.
There are 7 buses a day from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO which require at least one change with Chicago Transit (CTA). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the journey from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO you can take a bus with Chicago Transit (CTA). Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO by bus is September.
You have options as you can travel from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO 2 different ways: train or bus.
No, the bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO.
    No, luggage for the bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Evanston, IL to St. Louis, MO.

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