The cheapest and fastest buses from New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$220
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
964 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Orleans, LA 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 New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $220.
Of the 2 buses that leave New Orleans, LA for St. Louis, MO on Tue, Dec 16, 2 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 964 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 45 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest buses will take 1 d 15 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA 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 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a train costs an average of €133.
Distance: 599 miles (964 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€79 Average price Cheapest | €252 Average price | €194 Average price |
20h 20m Average total duration 19h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 15m Average total duration 16h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $178 |
Live departures
New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:55 AM New Orleans, LA | 39h15 | 3:10 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM New Orleans, LA | 26h45 | 8:45 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO
Buses from New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO run on average 5 times per day, taking around 19h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $64 (€51) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 599 miles (964 km) distance in 14h 40m.
Distance 599 miles (964 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€51) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 14h 40m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $64 (€51). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from New Orleans, LA to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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