How to travel from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $106. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $106, and a train costs an average of $133.

Distance: 1035 miles (1667 km)

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Driving

$310

Average price

$171

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$290

Average price

$303

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(fuel + tolls)

27h 38m

Average total duration

27h 8m

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30m

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27h 34m

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27h 4m

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7h 28m

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4h 28m

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3h 0m

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17h 44m

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0.5 - 1.5kg

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1.7 - 4.2kg

CO2 emissions

5.0 - 10.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA is a bus with an average price of $171 (€138).

This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA:

A bus is $119 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA costing on average $290 (€233).

A bus is $139 (€112) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA costing on average $310 (€249).

The fastest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:

Bus takes on average 27h 4m.

Train takes on average 27h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between St. Louis, MO and Boston, MA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA among Omio's users.

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from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA

How to get from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound
    3:00 PM31h25
    St. Louis, MO
    10:25 PMBoston, MA
    $2201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    3:00 PM31h25
    St. Louis, MO
    10:25 PMBoston, MA
    $2201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greyhound
    7:55 PM30h55
    St. Louis, MO
    2:50 AMBoston, MA
    $2621One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Greyhound
    4:30 AM34h55
    St. Louis, MO
    3:25 PMBoston, MA
    $2251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    6:55 PM30h55
    St. Louis, MO
    1:50 AMBoston, MA
    $2621One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    2:45 PM33h05
    St. Louis, MO
    11:50 PMBoston, MA
    $3031One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA

Travel to Boston, MA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA.

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There are 3 options to travel between St. Louis, MO and Boston, MA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA is a bus with an average price of $171 (€138).

This is compared to other travel options from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA:

A bus is $119 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA costing on average $290 (€233).

A bus is $139 (€112) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA costing on average $310 (€249).

The fastest way to travel from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:

Bus takes on average 27h 4m.

Train takes on average 27h 8m.

The distance from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA is approximately 1035 miles (1667 km).
The average frequency per day from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between St. Louis, MO and Boston, MA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA:
  • Trains mostly depart from St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO and arrive in South Station, Boston, MA.
  • Buses mostly depart from St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) and arrive in Boston, Bus Terminal South Station.
  • Flights mostly depart from St. Louis Lambert International Airport and arrive in Edward L. Logan International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Boston, MA by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Boston, MA by bus.
  • Travel with American Airlines, United, Republic Airlines, Spirit Airlines to go to Boston, MA by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Republic Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from St. Louis, MO to Boston, MA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Providence, RI, Washington, DC, Newark, NJ, Philadelphia, PA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Boston, MA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Boston, MA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Explore the historic streets of Beacon Hill and take a scenic walk along the Charles River Esplanade. Visit the Boston Public Library and enjoy a guided tour of the USS Constitution. Discover Quincy Market's vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss the Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Common, and the New England Aquarium.
To fully experience Boston, MA, plan for 3 to 4 days to explore its historic sites, museums, and neighborhoods.
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