The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH
Cheapest price
$179
Average price
$179
Fastest journey
9 h 42 m
Average duration
10 h 4 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
533 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH 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 Dayton, OH will cost around $179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $179.
It's difficult to get from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH without transferring at least once.






Travel Information
Compare bus for St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a flight costs an average of €334.
Distance: 331 miles (533 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€45 Average price Cheapest | €334 Average price |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration Fastest 6h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:55 PM St. Louis, MO | 9h42 | 11:37 PM Dayton, OH | 1 transfer | |
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![]() | 2:30 AM St. Louis, MO | 9h54 | 12:24 PM Dayton, OH | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:45 AM St. Louis, MO | 10h35 | 7:20 PM Dayton, OH | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH
Buses from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:50, the last at 16:55. The fastest bus covers the 331 miles (533 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 331 miles (533 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 07:50 |
Last bus 16:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH start from as low as $55 (€45) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $55 (€45) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 3 daily trains from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH with 3 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 8h 15m but the average duration is 8h 15m
Train Operators
- Travel from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH with Greyhound
- 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 Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH
- First train typically departs at 07:50 AM and the last at 04:55 PM
Bus providers: Greyhound from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OHYou can travel by bus between St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH with Greyhound for as low as $55 (€45). 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 Dayton, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH 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 Dayton, OH, 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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