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

The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Austin start from $93. The average price for this route is around $153. 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 St. Louis to Austin?

The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Austin is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 717 miles (1157 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

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

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

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 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from St. Louis to Austin generates an estimated 29 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 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 11380 reviews.

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.

Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis to Austin?

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.

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.

Bus St. Louis to Austin from $120 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Austin on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30am	Gateway Station	22h 5m	11:35pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	19h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	1:20am	Gateway Station	20h 40m	10:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	4:30pm	Gateway Station	23h 20m	3:50pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 3h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Austin on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	1d 1h	5:15pm	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	19h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	1:20am	Gateway Station	20h 40m	10:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	4:30pm	Gateway Station	23h 20m	3:50pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 3h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Austin on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	19h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	1:20am	Gateway Station	20h 40m	10:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	4:30pm	Gateway Station	23h 20m	3:50pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 3h	3:15am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
	Bus	4:00pm	Gateway Station	1d 4h	8:55pm	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Austin on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30am	Gateway Station	22h 5m	11:35pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	1:20am	Gateway Station	20h 40m	10:00pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	4:30pm	Gateway Station	23h 20m	3:50pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30am	Gateway Station	1d 7h	8:30am	Austin South Congress	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:54 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Austin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 22 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

22h 53mAverage Duration

718 milesDistance

105kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$93 - $321	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$112 - $325	Average Duration22h 53m	CO₂ emissions 105kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and Austin?

Stops in St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US 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 St. Louis to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Austin start from $93. The average price for this route is around $153. 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 St. Louis to Austin?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Austin is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 717 miles (1157 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
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 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Austin?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Austin generates an estimated 29 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 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 11380 reviews.
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.
Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis to Austin?
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.
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

11/26

$226

11/27

$196

Today

$155

11/29

$201

11/30

$177

12/01

$180

12/02

$149

12/03

$132

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $132

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 $132 to $266 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 $132 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.