Bus from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Richmond to St. Louis on December 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
Gateway StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
Gateway StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Gateway StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
Gateway StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Henrico
Gateway StationNo tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
1124 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$177 - $565Average Duration1d 2h
28kg CO₂e
Average Price$282 - $2,463Average Duration1d 12h
102kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to St. Louis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to St. Louis start from $177. The average price for this route is around $248. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Richmond to St. Louis?

    The average bus travel time from Richmond to St. Louis is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1124 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richmond to St. Louis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to St. Louis?

    The earliest bus departs from Richmond to St. Louis at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to St. Louis?

    A bus trip from Richmond to St. Louis generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richmond to St. Louis?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to St. Louis?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richmond to St. Louis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richmond to St. Louis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-27
$348
12-28
$218
Today
$319
12-30
$376
12-31
$167
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $167

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $167 to $1,103 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $167 which is on 2025-12-31.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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