The cheapest and fastest buses from Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nashville, 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 Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 4 buses that leave Nashville, TN for St. Louis, MO on Sat, Nov 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 407 km distance in an average of 6 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 6 h 45 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.








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Compare bus and flight for Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€46 Average price Cheapest | €284 Average price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration Fastest 6h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Live departures
Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 6h05 | 3:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 10:00 AM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 11h45 | 9:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 6h45 | 9:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $40 (€33). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nashville, TN to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nashville, 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.
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- 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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