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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
$126
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h 33 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
2044 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 2 buses that leave Phoenix, AZ for St. Louis, MO on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 2044 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 d 10 h 40 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $126. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $126, and a flight costs an average of $181.
Distance: 1270 miles (2044 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$188 Average price Cheapest | $462 Average price | $296 Average price |
31h 46m Average total duration 31h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 48h 59m Average total duration 48h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO:
A bus is $108 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO costing on average $296 (€242).
A bus is $274 (€224) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO costing on average $462 (€378).
Other travel options to St. Louis, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 16m.
Train takes on average 48h 29m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 30h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 30h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 37h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $206 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 55h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $309 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 34h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $200 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 30h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $194 |
The table below shows live departures for Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· · | 7:20 AM Phoenix, Sky Train Station, AZ | 37h25 | 10:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 7:20 AM Phoenix, Sky Train Station, AZ | 36h55 | 10:15 PM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 35h10 | 10:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 34h40 | 10:15 PM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ · | 12:25 PM Phoenix, Sky Train Station, AZ | 56h20 | 10:45 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 12:25 PM Phoenix, Sky Train Station, AZ | 55h50 | 10:15 PM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:45 PM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 30h25 | 7:10 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 5:45 AM Phoenix, AZ | 30h25 | 12:10 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Phoenix, AZ to St. Louis, MO run on average 6 times per day, taking around 31h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $126 (€103) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1270 miles (2044 km) distance in 30h 25m.
Distance 1270 miles (2044 km) |
Average bus duration 31h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $126 (€103) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 30h 25m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
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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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