The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL 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 Mount Vernon, IL will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 2 buses that leave St. Louis, MO for Mount Vernon, IL on Mon, May 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.
6:45 PM1h20St. Louis, MO8:05 PMMount Vernon, IL$201One-way0 transfers
7:45 PM1h20St. Louis, MO9:05 PMMount Vernon, IL$301One-way0 transfers
7:45 PM1h20St. Louis, MO9:05 PMMount Vernon, IL$301One-way0 transfers
6:45 PM1h20St. Louis, MO8:05 PMMount Vernon, IL$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -1h -2m sooner (1h 20m by bus vs 1h 18m by car) and save roughly $-9.49 (€-7.68) compared to fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $17 (€14)). 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 Mount Vernon, IL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL buses for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:45 PM St. Louis, MO | 1h20 | 9:05 PM Mount Vernon, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL
Buses from St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 13:45, the last at 14:30. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 1:45 PM |
Last bus 2:30 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Greyhound from St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, ILYou can travel by bus between St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL with Greyhound for as low as $20 (€16). 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 Mount Vernon, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Mount Vernon, IL 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 Mount Vernon, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- 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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