The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$222
Fastest journey
20 h 30 m
Average duration
22 h 38 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
1301 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO will cost around $222 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
Of the 10 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for St. Louis, MO on Sat, Jan 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 24 the direct buses cover the 1301 km distance in an average of 22 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jan 24 the slowest buses will take 1 d 2 h 20 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, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a flight costs an average of €85.
Distance: 808 miles (1301 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€104 Average price Cheapest | €234 Average price | €253 Average price |
21h 20m Average total duration 20h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 39m Average total duration 26h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $216 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 26h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $222 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 26h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $222 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 28h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $256 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 27h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $257 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $256 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Friday, January 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 5:05 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 20h50 | 1:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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undefined · undefined · undefined | 7:00 PM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 26h20 | 9:20 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 22h50 | 9:20 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 28h25 | 5:25 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined | 1:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 27h55 | 5:25 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
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![]() | 8:55 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 20h30 | 5:25 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus+![]() | 11:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 26h55 | 1:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 3:15 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 22h40 | 1:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO run on average 11 times per day, taking around 20h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) 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 808 miles (1301 km) distance in 20h 45m.
Distance 808 miles (1301 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 20h 45m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound for as low as $75 (€60). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.
- 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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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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