Find coaches from St. Louis to Lafayette, LA

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Next departures from St. Louis to Lafayette on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Gateway Station
    		Lafayette Transit SystemCheapestFastest

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    Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Lafayette

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 20 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    4bus per day
    20h 10mAverage duration
    949 kmDistance
    24kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average priceUS$93 - US$294Average duration20h 10m
    24kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average priceUS$193 - US$317Average duration1d 21h
    86kg CO₂e

    Bus St. Louis to Lafayette, LA: Trip Overview

    Average ticket priceUS$154
    Average bus trip duration20h 10m
    Number of daily buses4
    Earliest bus departure01:00
    Distance948 km
    Latest bus departure23:30

    St. Louis to Lafayette Bus

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    Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Lafayette, LA

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

      The bus ticket price from St. Louis to Lafayette starts at US$93. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from St. Louis to Lafayette 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 St. Louis to Lafayette?

      The average travel time between St. Louis and Lafayette is around 20h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 951 km that separates the two cities.

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

      The number of buses from St. Louis to Lafayette can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from St. Louis to Lafayette by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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    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 Lafayette, LA as early as possible.

    About Bus Travel

    Bus Travel Tips

    Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from St. Louis to Lafayette.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

    From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from St. Louis to Lafayette.

    Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from St. Louis to Lafayette.

    Make a music playlist for your bus ride from St. Louis to Lafayette, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

    Did you know?

    The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

    One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

    The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

    What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Lafayette, LA?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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