The cheapest and fastest buses from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
387 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Memphis, TN 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 Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 2 buses that leave Memphis, TN for St. Louis, MO on Wed, May 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 20 the direct buses cover the 387 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Wed, May 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.
10:45 PM5h15Memphis, TN4:00 AMSt. Louis, MO$461One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM5h15Memphis, TN5:00 AMSt. Louis, MO$641One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM5h15Memphis, TN5:00 AMSt. Louis, MO$641One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM5h15Memphis, TN4:00 AMSt. Louis, MO$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 240 miles (387 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $130 Average price | $403 Average price |
5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO costing on average $130 (€105).
A bus is $340 (€275) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO costing on average $403 (€325).
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 26m.
Flight takes on average 6h 30m.
Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Live departures
Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Tuesday, May 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 4h45 | 3:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Memphis, Airways Transit Center | 5h15 | 11:00 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greyhound, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or MATA Transit to find the best option for your trip from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 240 miles (387 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 240 miles (387 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, MATA Transit from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound, FlixBus, MATA Transit for as low as $46 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Memphis, TN to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Memphis, TN 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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