The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 5 buses that leave St. Louis, MO for Columbia, MO on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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 and train for St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2h35 | 8:30 PM Columbia, Wabash Bus Station, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 3h05 | 9:00 PM Columbia, Highway 40 W (Midway Truck Plaza), MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2h25 | 12:55 AM Columbia, Highway 40 W (Midway Truck Plaza), MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 1:40 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 3h25 | 5:05 PM Columbia, Highway 40 W (Midway Truck Plaza), MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:40 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 3h00 | 4:40 PM Columbia, Wabash Bus Station, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 07:40 |
Last bus 20:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO start from as low as $22 (€18) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $34 (€28) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Greyhound from St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MOYou can travel by bus between St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO with Greyhound for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Columbia, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Columbia, 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 Columbia, 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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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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