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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$41
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$41
Fastest journey on Sep 15
6 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
7 h 38 m
Buses on Sep 15
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 $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 3 buses from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 533 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 8 h 5 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.
8:45 AM7h55St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)5:40 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$411One-way0 transfers- 2:05 PM6h55St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)10:00 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$411One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 AM8h05St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)11:05 AMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$411One-way0 transfers
- 2:05 PM6h55St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)10:00 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$411One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM7h55St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)5:40 PMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$411One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 AM8h05St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)11:05 AMTrotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH$411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 an average ticket price of $56 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 8h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, while a bus costs an average of $56.
Distance: 331 miles (533 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 11m Average total duration Fastest 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH:
A bus is $603 (€490) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH costing on average $659 (€535).
Other travel options to Dayton, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 41m.
Tickets start at around $56 (€45) compared to roughly $74 (€60) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€14). The journey takes 7h 41m versus 5h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
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, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 7h55 | 5:40 PM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:05 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 6h55 | 10:00 PM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
| 2:00 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 8h05 | 11:05 AM Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OH | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH
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Buses from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 16:55. The fastest bus covers the 331 miles (533 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 331 miles (533 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 4:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 $43 (€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 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH
Most St. Louis, MO to Dayton, OH buses use the St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) to Trotwood, Salem Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare St. Louis, MO and Dayton, OH 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 Dayton, OH 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.
Which Dayton, OH station do buses from St. Louis, MO arrive at?
Getting to Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern) from Dayton city centre
Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern) is 12 km from Dayton city centre. Public transport options include:
Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern) bus station facilities and services
Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern) 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 Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern). ATMs are available at Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern).
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