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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to St. Louis on December 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin South Congress
Gateway StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Gateway StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Gateway StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin South Congress
Gateway StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Gateway StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 22 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
22h 6mAverage Duration
718 milesDistance
105kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$117 - $399Average Duration23h 40m
29kg CO₂e
Average Price$112 - $619Average Duration22h 6m
105kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to St. Louis start from $117. The average price for this route is around $164. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Austin to St. Louis is 23h 40m, covering a distance of 718 miles (1157 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Austin to St. Louis at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

    A bus trip from Austin to St. Louis generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Austin to St. Louis?

    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 11504 reviews.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin 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
12/14
$157
12/15
$156
Today
$223
12/17
$247
12/18
$139
12/19
$164
12/20
$179
12/21
$164
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $139

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

You can expect to pay from $139 to $247 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $139 which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually FlixBus, 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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