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Saint Louis Art Museum
Vast art museum in Forest Park with global collections from antiquity to modern works and strong free general admission.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
CHF187
Average ticket price on Sep 19
CHF219
Fastest journey on Sep 19
20 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
20 h 44 m
Buses on Sep 19
18
Distance
1094 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO will cost around CHF219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF187.
It's difficult to get from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF157 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF157, while a flight costs an average of CHF510.
Distance: 679 miles (1094 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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CHF157 Average price Cheapest | CHF510 Average price | CHF132 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
22h 13m Average total duration 21h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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This is compared to other travel options from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO:
A bus is CHF354 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO costing on average CHF510.
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 43m.
Tickets start at around CHF157 compared to roughly CHF132 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF-24.96. The journey takes 21h 43m versus 11h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 30h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF157 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price CHF93 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF90 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF106 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF91 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 32h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF103 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF92 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 28h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price CHF120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF91 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 28h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF104 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF82 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF132 |
The table below shows live departures for Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus+ · | 6:00 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 28h45 | 10:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 6:55 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 27h50 | 10:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 6:55 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 27h15 | 10:10 PM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 7:35 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 26h35 | 10:10 PM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 3 transfers | |
· · | 10:00 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 25h00 | 11:00 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 1:50 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 20h55 | 10:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 1:50 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 20h20 | 10:10 PM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 2 transfers | |
+ · · | 6:35 AM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron), TX | 30h20 | 12:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 3 transfers | |
+ FlixBus+![]() | 8:15 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 22h55 | 7:10 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:00 AM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 21h10 | 7:10 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:25 AM North Houston (Tidwell Transit Center), TX | 20h45 | 7:10 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 1:15 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 23h40 | 12:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 1:40 PM North Houston (Tidwell Transit Center), TX | 23h15 | 12:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 1:45 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 23h10 | 12:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron), TX | 24h30 | 2:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 2:10 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX | 24h05 | 2:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 5:35 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron), TX | 28h35 | 10:10 PM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 5:35 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron), TX | 29h10 | 10:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX | 20h30 | 2:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO run on average 13 times per day, taking around 21h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF88 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 679 miles (1094 km) distance in 17h 50m.
Distance 679 miles (1094 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF88 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 17h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of St. Louis, MO — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St. Louis, MO trip today.
Vast art museum in Forest Park with global collections from antiquity to modern works and strong free general admission.
Leading history museum covering St. Louis, Missouri, and national stories through rotating exhibitions in Forest Park.
Interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits, planetarium, and family-friendly displays near Forest Park.
Lively downtown riverfront district with trails, views of the Arch, public art, and access to major historic sites.
Large urban park with trails, lakes, zoo access, and major museums, ideal for walking between top attractions.
Beloved neighborhood park with formal lily ponds, pavilions, and one of the city's most photographed landscapes.
A thin, cracker-like crust pizza cut into squares and topped with Provel cheese, a St. Louis original loved for its distinct texture and tangy flavor.
Crisp, breaded ravioli said to be born on The Hill, usually served with marinara. It is a signature St. Louis Italian-American appetizer.
Sticky butter cake with a dense base and gooey sweet top. A longtime St. Louis bakery favorite often enjoyed for breakfast or dessert.
Refined contemporary restaurant with tasting menus and strong national acclaim. Elegant fine dining focused on seasonal Midwestern ingredients.
Beloved frozen custard stand serving concretes and sundaes since 1929. Casual, nostalgic, and one of the city's iconic dessert stops.
Popular smokehouse known for St. Louis barbecue, especially ribs, brisket, and pork steak, in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for U.S. city breaks: hotels and dining are reasonable, transit is limited, and attractions often cost less than in larger U.S. tourist cities.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or screen prompts.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Houston, TX 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.

Most Houston, TX to St. Louis, MO buses use the Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) to St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) station pair, with some services arriving at St. Louis, Lambert International Airport. Use this guide to compare Houston, TX and St. Louis, MO bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) is 6 km from Houston city centre. Public transport options include:
Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are aTM available in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station) is 1 km from Houston city centre. Public transport options include:
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants are available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station). ATMs are available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station).
Available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station): The station is accessible for disabled passengers.
Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron) is 14 km from Houston city centre. Public transport options include:
Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron). ATMs are available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron).
Ticket office support is available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron).
Available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron): Wheelchair accessible.
St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center). ATMs are available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center).
Ticket office support is available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center).
Available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center): Wheelchair accessible routes available.
St. Louis, Lambert International Airport is 19 km from St. Louis city centre. Public transport options include:
St. Louis, Lambert International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple dining options available in terminals.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are aTMs available in terminal areas.
Ticket office support is available at St. Louis, Lambert International Airport.
Available at St. Louis, Lambert International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Louis, Lambert International Airport: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
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