The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
18 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
742 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
It's difficult to get from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN without transferring at least once.
11:30 PM18h35St. Louis, MO6:05 PMSaint Paul, MN$1321One-way1 transfer
9:30 AM20h25St. Louis, MO5:55 AMSaint Paul, MN$1701One-way1 transfer
4:00 PM16h45St. Louis, MO8:45 AMSaint Paul, MN$1701One-way1 transfer
4:00 PM16h45St. Louis, MO8:45 AMSaint Paul, MN$1701One-way1 transfer
11:30 PM18h35St. Louis, MO6:05 PMSaint Paul, MN$1321One-way1 transfer
9:30 AM20h25St. Louis, MO5:55 AMSaint Paul, MN$1701One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $93, and a flight costs an average of $218.
Distance: 461 miles (742 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$170 Average price | $143 Average price Cheapest | $367 Average price |
20h 4m Average total duration 19h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $207 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $207 |
Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN buses for today, Saturday, April 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 7:00 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 21h55 | 4:55 AM St Paul, Union Depot Station & Terminal | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:00 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 19h55 | 10:55 AM St Paul, Union Depot Station & Terminal | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:00 PM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 16h45 | 1:45 PM St Paul, Union Depot Station & Terminal | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN
Buses from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $100 (€80) but you can travel from only $93 (€74) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 461 miles (742 km) distance in 16h 45m.
Distance 461 miles (742 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€80) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 16h 45m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
FAQs: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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