The cheapest and fastest buses from Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
7 h 48 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Iowa City, IA 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 Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
It's difficult to get from Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare bus for Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €91. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €91, and a flight costs an average of €292.
Distance: 221 miles (356 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€102 Average price Cheapest | €308 Average price |
16h 9m Average total duration 15h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO buses for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:15 AM Iowa City, IA | 7h48 | 6:03 PM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $114 (€91) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 23:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 221 miles (356 km) distance in 15h 20m.
Distance 221 miles (356 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€91) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 20m |
First bus 23:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Burlington Trailways from Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO with Burlington Trailways for as low as $114 (€91). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Iowa City, IA to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Iowa City, IA 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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