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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Gateway Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Union Station | Gateway Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Gateway Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Union Station | Gateway Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Gateway Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2025-11-21 EST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Washington and St. Louis?
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Washington to St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to St. Louis start from $138. The average price for this route is around $209. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to St. Louis?
The average bus travel time from Washington to St. Louis is 1d , covering a distance of 1139 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to St. Louis route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to St. Louis at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Washington 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.
What is the best bus company from Washington to St. Louis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to St. Louis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to St. Louis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $144To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $144 to $444 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $179 which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
