Bus from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Austin on 28 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
Gateway Station
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
Gateway Station
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
Gateway Station
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
Gateway Station
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBusBus
Gateway Station
Downtown AustinNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:58 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Austin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 22 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 913, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
22h 53mAverage duration
1158 kmDistance
105kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 830 - R 8 414Average duration1d 3h
29kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 913 - R 13 331Average duration22h 53m
105kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US 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 St. Louis to Austin?

    The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Austin start at R 1 830. The average price for this route is around R 2 795. 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 St. Louis to Austin?

    The average bus journey time from St. Louis to Austin is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1163 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Austin at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

    A bus trip from St. Louis to Austin produces an estimated 29 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 St. Louis to Austin?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

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

    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 St. Louis to Austin?

    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 St. Louis to Austin?

    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
25/12
R 2 587
26/12
R 4 662
Today
R 4 133
28/12
R 5 089
29/12
R 3 586
30/12
R 2 613
31/12
R 2 468
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 468

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 468 to R 5 380 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 468, which is on 2025-12-31.

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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