The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, 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 Springfield, MO will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 4 buses that leave St. Louis, MO for Springfield, MO on Thu, Jan 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 15 the direct buses cover the 314 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Thu, Jan 15 the slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.








St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO buses for tomorrow, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:35 AM St. Louis, MO | 3h55 | 10:30 AM Springfield, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM St. Louis, MO | 4h10 | 4:25 PM Springfield, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 PM St. Louis, MO | 4h10 | 4:30 PM Springfield, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:05 PM St. Louis, MO | 3h40 | 4:45 PM Springfield, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO
Buses from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 18:45. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 18:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO start from as low as $32 (€26) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $75 (€61) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 3 daily trains from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO with 3 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 40m but the average duration is 3h 51m
Train Operators
- Travel from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO with Greyhound and FlixBus
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Greyhound.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) and arrive in Springfield, City Utilities Transit Center, MO
- First train typically departs at 01:15 AM and the last at 06:45 PM
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MOYou can travel by bus between St. Louis, MO to Springfield, MO with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $32 (€26). 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 Springfield, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Springfield, 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 Springfield, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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