Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Gateway Station | Joplin Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Joplin Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | St Louis, MO | Joplin Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Joplin Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Joplin Bus Station | No tags |
Get from St. Louis to Joplin
The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Greyhound St. Louis Joplin recent customer reviews
Comfortable seats. The driver was informative,helpful and professional.Excellrnt driver.
Janice A.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Joplin 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 Joplin?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Joplin start from $43. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Joplin?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Joplin is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 259 miles (418 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Joplin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Joplin?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Joplin at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Joplin?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Joplin generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Joplin was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $79To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Joplin, as early as possible.
