Bus from Cincinnati to St. Louis: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cincinnati to St. Louis on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Cincinnati Bus Station
Gateway StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Cincinnati (Downtown)
Gateway StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Cincinnati Bus Station
Gateway StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:28 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to St. Louis

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 14 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 857, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
14h 20mAverage duration
497 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 857 - R 2 689Average duration14h 20m
12kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 517 - R 8 167Average duration18h 44m
45kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to St. Louis start at R 857. The average price for this route is around R 1 038. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Cincinnati to St. Louis?

    The average bus journey time from Cincinnati to St. Louis is 14h 20m, covering a distance of 497 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to St. Louis?

    The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to St. Louis at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.

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

    A bus trip from Cincinnati to St. Louis produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cincinnati 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 87500 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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.

Best price found
24/01
R 1 315
25/01
R 1 413
Today
R 1 512
27/01
R 953
28/01
R 887
29/01
R 822
30/01
R 1 052
31/01
R 863
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cincinnati to St. Louis was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 822

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

You can expect to pay from R 822 to R 2 243 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 822, which is on 2026-01-29.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to St. Louis?

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