The cheapest and fastest buses from Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 3 buses that leave Indianapolis, IN for St. Louis, MO on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 370 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 5 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 train, bus, and flight for Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 229 miles (370 km)
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€43 Average price Cheapest | €99 Average price | €265 Average price |
5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 43m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:25 PM Indianapolis, IN | 4h55 | 8:20 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 7:30 AM Indianapolis, IN | 3h55 | 11:25 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 229 miles (370 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 229 miles (370 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound for as low as $34 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Indianapolis, IN to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Indianapolis, IN 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).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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