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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO
Cheapest price on Sep 01
€47
Average ticket price on Sep 01
€55
Fastest journey on Sep 01
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
5 h 20 m
Buses on Sep 01
3
Distance
416 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO to Joplin, 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 Joplin, MO will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 3 buses from St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct buses cover the 416 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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.
9:10 AM5h05St. Louis, Lambert International Airport2:15 PMJoplin, W 7th St / S McKinley Ave, MO€471One-way0 transfers- 8:40 AM5h35St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)2:15 PMJoplin, W 7th St / S McKinley Ave, MO€471One-way0 transfers
- 1:20 AM5h20St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)6:40 AMJoplin, W 7th St / S McKinley Ave, MO€721One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM5h05St. Louis, Lambert International Airport2:15 PMJoplin, W 7th St / S McKinley Ave, MO€471One-way0 transfers
- 1:20 AM5h20St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)6:40 AMJoplin, W 7th St / S McKinley Ave, MO€721One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 AM5h35St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)2:15 PMJoplin, W 7th St / S McKinley Ave, MO€471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, while a bus costs an average of €55.
Distance: 258 miles (416 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€55 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -2h -4m sooner (5h 20m by bus vs 4h 16m by car) and save roughly €-7.10 compared to fuel and tolls (€55 vs €48). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €49 |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:20 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 5h20 | 6:40 AM Joplin, W 7th St / S McKinley Ave, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:40 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 5h35 | 2:15 PM Joplin, W 7th St / S McKinley Ave, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:10 AM St. Louis, Lambert International Airport | 5h05 | 2:15 PM Joplin, W 7th St / S McKinley Ave, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO
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Buses from St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 18:15. The fastest bus covers the 258 miles (416 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 258 miles (416 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 6:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MOYou can travel by bus between St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO with Greyhound for as low as €35. 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 Joplin, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Joplin, 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 Joplin, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO
Most St. Louis, MO to Joplin, MO buses use the St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) to Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare St. Louis, MO and Joplin, MO bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which St. Louis, MO station do buses to Joplin, MO leave from?
Getting to St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) from St. Louis city centre
St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) bus station facilities and services
St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center). ATMs are available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center): Wheelchair accessible routes available.
Getting to St. Louis, Lambert International Airport from St. Louis city centre
St. Louis, Lambert International Airport is 19 km from St. Louis city centre. Public transport options include:
St. Louis, Lambert International Airport bus station facilities and services
St. Louis, Lambert International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple dining options available in terminals.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are aTMs available in terminal areas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St. Louis, Lambert International Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Louis, Lambert International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Louis, Lambert International Airport: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
Getting to Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station) from Joplin city centre
Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station) is 8 km from Joplin city centre. Public transport options include:
Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station) bus station facilities and services
Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are available at Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Joplin, E 7th St (Greyhound Bus Station): Basic accessibility features available.
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