The cheapest and fastest buses from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
Of the 2 buses that leave Topeka, KS for St. Louis, MO 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 477 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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 Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €178.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€49 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price | €287 Average price |
6h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO 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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![]() | 6:40 AM Topeka, KS | 6h15 | 12:55 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Topeka, KS | 5h35 | 10:50 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 19:20. The fastest bus covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 19:20 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO start from as low as $45 (€36) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $60 (€49) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 2 daily trains from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO with 2 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 5h 35m but the average duration is 5h 52m
Train Operators
- Travel from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Greyhound.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave, KS and arrive in St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)
- First train typically departs at 01:00 AM and the last at 07:20 PM
Bus providers: Greyhound from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound for as low as $45 (€36). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Topeka, KS to St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis, MO, 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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