Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO bus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO

Showing times and prices for Dec 16

Cheapest price

$57

Average price

$57

Fastest journey

12 h 40 m

Average duration

12 h 40 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

499 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Madison, WI for St. Louis, MO on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 16 the direct buses cover the 499 km distance in an average of 12 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .

On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest buses will take 12 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.

Greyhound
03:55PM12h40
Madison, WI
04:35AMSt. Louis, MO
$571One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a flight costs an average of €108.

Distance: 310 miles (499 km)

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Flight

€71

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Cheapest

€76

Average price

€283

Average price

14h 11m

Average total duration

13h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 24m

Average total duration

8h 54m

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30m

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11h 3m

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8h 3m

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3h 0m

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Direct Options

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Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
06:45AM
Arrival Time
11:25PM
Duration
16h40
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$132
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:50AM
Arrival Time
11:10PM
Duration
12h20
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$111
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:25PM
Arrival Time
06:25AM
Duration
13h00
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$110
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:40PM
Arrival Time
06:25AM
Duration
12h45
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$110

Live departures

Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO bus times

The table below shows live departures for Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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greyhound11:45 AM Madison, WI
16h50
4:35 AM St. Louis, MO0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO

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Buses from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO run on average 19 times per day, taking around 13h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $64 (€51) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 310 miles (499 km) distance in 12h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
310 miles (499 km)
Average bus duration
13h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
$64 (€51)
Buses per day
19
Fastest bus
12h 10m
First bus
02:00
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madison, WI 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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO can start from as little as $90 (€72) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO is $123 (€98); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO bus time is 9 h 40 min   covering the 309 mile (498 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO leaves at 12: 30AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO leaves at 11: 50PM.
The cheapest month for a bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to St. Louis, MO from Madison, WI including taking a bus, train or flight.
No, the bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO.
    No, luggage for the bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO.

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    Popular bus stations from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO

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    The major bus station for departures in Madison is Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison) for your trip from Madison to St. Louis.
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