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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Galesburg | STL Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Galesburg | Saint Louis | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Galesburg | Saint Louis | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Galesburg | Saint Louis | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Galesburg | Saint Louis | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Galesburg to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Galesburg, IL 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Galesburg to St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Galesburg to St. Louis start from $86. The average price for this route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Galesburg to St. Louis?
The average bus trip duration from Galesburg to St. Louis is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 161 miles (259 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Galesburg to St. Louis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Galesburg to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Galesburg to St. Louis at 11:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Galesburg to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Galesburg to St. Louis generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Galesburg to St. Louis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Galesburg to St. Louis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Galesburg to St. Louis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Galesburg to St. Louis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Galesburg, IL to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Galesburg, IL to St. Louis, as early as possible.
