The cheapest and fastest buses from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$161
Average price
$172
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1866 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
Of the 2 buses that leave St. Louis, MO for Salt Lake City, UT on Wed, Nov 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 1866 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 4 h 25 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 1 d 12 h 50 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €93, and a flight costs an average of €222.
Distance: 1159 miles (1866 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€155 Average price Cheapest | €262 Average price | €390 Average price |
28h 6m Average total duration 27h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39h 50m Average total duration 39h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT bus times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT 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 |
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![]() | 12:45 PM St. Louis, MO | 37h10 | 1:55 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT
Buses from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 27h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $114 (€93) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 17:50. The fastest bus covers the 1159 miles (1866 km) distance in 28h 25m.
Distance 1159 miles (1866 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€93) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 28h 25m |
First bus 03:20 |
Last bus 17:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT start from as low as $114 (€93) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $190 (€155) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 2 daily trains from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 28h 25m but the average duration is 27h 36m
Train Operators
- Travel from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub
- First train typically departs at 03:20 AM and the last at 05:50 PM
Bus providers: Greyhound from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UTYou can travel by bus between St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT with Greyhound for as low as $114 (€93). 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 Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Louis, MO to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT, 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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