The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 1 buses that leave St. Louis, MO for Louisville, KY on Fri, Feb 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 27 the direct buses cover the 389 km distance in an average of 12 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
On Fri, Feb 27 the slowest buses will take 12 h 55 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, flight, and train for St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $177.
Distance: 241 miles (389 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $321 Average price | $147 Average price |
9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration Fastest 5h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 53m Average total duration 20h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY buses for tomorrow, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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![]() | 5:30 AM St. Louis, MO | 12h55 | 6:25 PM Louisville, KY | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY
Buses from St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $63 (€50) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 241 miles (389 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 241 miles (389 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€50) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KYYou can travel by bus between St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY with Greyhound for as low as $63 (€50). 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 Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY, 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.
- 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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