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Carnegie Museum Of Natural History
Major natural history museum known for its dinosaur halls, gemstones, and scientific collections. It is one of Pittsburgh’s classic cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
16 h 52 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
897 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 5 buses that leave St. Louis, MO for Pittsburgh, PA on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 897 km distance in an average of 16 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 d 40 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.
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· Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a train costs an average of $165.
Distance: 557 miles (897 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$108 Average price Cheapest | $305 Average price | $239 Average price | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 52m Average total duration 14h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 29m Average total duration 14h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA:
A bus is $131 (€107) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA costing on average $239 (€195).
A bus is $197 (€161) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA costing on average $305 (€249).
Other travel options to Pittsburgh, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 22m.
Train takes on average 14h 59m.
Tickets start at around $108 (€88) compared to roughly $122 (€100) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14 (€11). The journey takes 14h 22m versus 9h 7m 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:45 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 14h35 | 12:20 AM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:55 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 12h55 | 3:50 AM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ · | 4:00 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 24h40 | 5:40 PM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 11:30 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 17h30 | 6:00 PM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 1 transfer | |
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![]() | 2:00 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 14h40 | 5:40 PM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 557 miles (897 km) distance in 12h 55m.
Distance 557 miles (897 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 55m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most St. Louis, MO to Pittsburgh, PA buses use the St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) to Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare St. Louis, MO and Pittsburgh, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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