The cheapest and fastest buses from Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$221
Average price
$221
Fastest journey
18 h 5 m
Average duration
18 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1157 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Harrisburg, PA 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 Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $221.
Of the 1 buses that leave Harrisburg, PA for St. Louis, MO on Tue, Jan 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct buses cover the 1157 km distance in an average of 18 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 5 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest buses will take 18 h 5 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €81, and a flight costs an average of €267.
Distance: 718 miles (1157 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€95 Average price Cheapest | €267 Average price | €180 Average price |
18h 40m Average total duration 18h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration Fastest 4h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 3m Average total duration 34h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:20 PM Harrisburg, PA | 18h05 | 11:25 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $100 (€81) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 718 miles (1157 km) distance in 17h 20m.
Distance 718 miles (1157 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€81) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 20m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO start from as low as $100 (€81) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $117 (€95) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 5 daily trains from Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 17h 20m but the average duration is 18h 10m
Train Operators
- Travel from Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Greyhound.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Harrisburg, Market St (Bus Station), PA and arrive in St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)
- First train typically departs at 12:50 AM and the last at 11:30 PM
Bus providers: Greyhound from Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound for as low as $100 (€81). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Harrisburg, PA to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA 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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- 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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