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Saint Louis Art Museum
Major fine arts museum in Forest Park with collections spanning ancient to modern works. A top cultural stop known for strong European, American, and global holdings.
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$211
Fastest journey
22 h 10 m
Average duration
22 h 48 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
1403 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY 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 York, NY to St. Louis, MO will cost around $211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
Of the 25 buses that leave New York, NY for St. Louis, MO on Tue, Jun 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 1403 km distance in an average of 22 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h 10 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 23 h 10 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, and a train costs an average of $113.
Distance: 871 miles (1403 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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$139 Average price Cheapest | $315 Average price | $252 Average price |
23h 47m Average total duration 23h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 44m Average total duration 26h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to St. Louis, MO:
A bus is $112 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to St. Louis, MO costing on average $252 (€204).
A bus is $175 (€142) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to St. Louis, MO costing on average $315 (€255).
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 17m.
Train takes on average 26h 14m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $242 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 40h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $219 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $295 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 29h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 37h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 37h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 27h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 32h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 26h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 31h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 31h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $216 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 30h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $202 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 35h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 24h16 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $173 |
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+![]() | 9:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 23h25 | 7:55 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:55 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 23h00 | 7:55 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:00 AM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 38h15 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 22h55 | 7:55 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus+![]() | 10:10 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 22h45 | 7:55 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:15 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 29h55 | 3:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:30 AM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 37h45 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 22h10 | 7:55 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 11:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 29h10 | 3:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 11:00 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 37h15 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· | 1:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 26h35 | 3:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 25h55 | 3:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:10 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 25h00 | 3:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 25h00 | 3:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 24h40 | 3:10 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 4:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 31h45 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 5:25 PM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 30h50 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 6:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 29h45 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 7:45 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 28h30 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· | 8:00 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 28h15 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 9:15 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 35h40 | 7:55 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· | 10:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 25h25 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 11:59 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 24h16 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
![]() | 1:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 23h10 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 1:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 22h45 | 11:15 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from New York, NY to St. Louis, MO run on average 19 times per day, taking around 23h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $81 (€66) 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 871 miles (1403 km) distance in 22h 55m.
Distance 871 miles (1403 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€66) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 22h 55m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of St. Louis — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St. Louis trip today.
Major fine arts museum in Forest Park with collections spanning ancient to modern works. A top cultural stop known for strong European, American, and global holdings.
Highly original museum and artist-built environment with architectural salvage, tunnels, slides, and installations. One of the city’s most distinctive and widely shared attractions.
History museum in Forest Park covering St. Louis, Missouri, and regional stories through permanent and rotating exhibitions. Well suited for visitors wanting local context.
One of the largest urban parks in the United States, home to major institutions, lakes, trails, and broad green spaces. Essential for first-time visitors.
Riverfront grounds around the Arch with lawns, paths, and strong skyline views, useful for walking and iconic photos.
Lively entertainment and walking district known for music venues, public art, shops, and the St. Louis Walk of Fame.
A local pizza style with a very thin, cracker-like crust, cut into squares and traditionally topped with Provel cheese. It is one of the city’s signature foods.
Breaded and fried meat- or cheese-filled ravioli, usually served with marinara sauce. This St. Louis Italian-American specialty is strongly associated with The Hill neighborhood.
A rich, dense cake with a buttery base and sweet cream cheese-like topping. It is one of the most famous desserts identified with St. Louis.
A long-established Italian restaurant on The Hill, known for classic red-sauce dishes, toasted ravioli, and an old-school fine dining feel.
An iconic St. Louis custard stand famous for thick concretes and nostalgic roadside charm. A must for trying the city’s best-known frozen treat.
A respected contemporary American restaurant known for refined cooking, strong wine service, and a polished neighborhood setting.
Generally moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels and attractions are often reasonable, while dining costs vary by neighborhood and venue.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
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