Bus from St. Louis to Saint Paul, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Saint Paul on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Gateway Station
Union DepotCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
Union DepotFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
Union DepotNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
Union DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Saint Paul

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Saint Paul. The journey takes about 16 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
16h 21mAverage Duration
461 milesDistance
68kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$79 - $268Average Duration20h 25m
19kg CO₂e
Average Price$75 - $492Average Duration16h 21m
68kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Saint Paul, US 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 St. Louis to Saint Paul?

    The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Saint Paul start from $79. The average price for this route is around $115. 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 St. Louis to Saint Paul?

    The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Saint Paul is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 461 miles (743 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

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

    The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Saint Paul at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from St. Louis to Saint Paul generates an estimated 19 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 St. Louis to Saint Paul?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Saint Paul?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis to Saint Paul?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Saint Paul?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
No data
11/27
$257
Today
$298
11/29
$214
11/30
$282
12/01
$176
12/02
$94
12/03
$93
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Saint Paul, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $93

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 Saint Paul, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $93 to $457 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Saint Paul, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $93 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Amtrak 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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