The cheapest and fastest buses from Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jefferson City, MO 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 Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 1 buses that leave Jefferson City, MO for St. Louis, MO on Sat, Mar 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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 Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$38 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Live departures
Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO buses for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:15 AM Jefferson City, Eastland Dr (Greyhound Bus Station), MO | 3h40 | 3:55 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 AM Jefferson City, MO | 3h40 | 4:55 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:55, the last at 19:15. The fastest bus covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 11:55 |
Last bus 19:15 |
Cheapest month Oct |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Sat |
Least busy day Mon |
Best day to book ahead 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound for as low as $23 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Jefferson City, MO to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jefferson City, MO 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.
- Greyhound
- 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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