Find coaches from Chicago to St. Louis

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to St. Louis on 20 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Gateway StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Gateway StationFastest
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Gateway StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Gateway StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Gateway StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:39 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 513, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
5h 1mAverage duration
423 kmDistance
38kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 654 - R 3 191Average duration7h 55m
10kg CO₂e
Average priceR 513 - R 1 715Average duration5h 1m
38kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to St. Louis by bus

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to St. Louis cost?

    The bus ticket price from Chicago to St. Louis starts at R 654. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to St. Louis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

    The average travel time between Chicago and St. Louis is around 7h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 419 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and St. Louis?

    The number of buses from Chicago to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Chicago to St. Louis?

    When taking the bus from Chicago to St. Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Burlington Trailways.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to St. Louis?

    Buses travelling between Chicago and St. Louis leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Gateway Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
17/11
R 1 003
18/11
R 1 302
Today
R 1 425
20/11
R 827
21/11
R 915
22/11
R 897
23/11
R 950
24/11
R 897
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to St. Louis was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 827

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

You can expect to pay from R 827 to R 2 181 for a bus ticket from Chicago to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 827, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Greyhound 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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