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

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to St. Louis start from $96. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Washington to St. Louis?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to St. Louis is 1d , covering a distance of 706 miles (1139 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to St. Louis at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to St. Louis generates an estimated 28 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 Washington to St. Louis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to St. Louis?

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 Washington 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington 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.

Bus Washington to St. Louis from $94 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to St. Louis on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 55m	6:25am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	19h 25m	11:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:45am	Union Station	20h 40m	6:25am	Gateway Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Union Station	1d 5h	11:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	22h 45m	3:20pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 11/21/2025 EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d Average Duration

706 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $410	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$103 - $1,913	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

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

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Compare bus companies

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.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Washington St. Louis recent customer reviews

The bus was late and caused me to miss my metro train or metro bus ride home.

Michael A.

August 27, 2024

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to St. Louis start from $96. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Washington to St. Louis?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to St. Louis is 1d , covering a distance of 706 miles (1139 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to St. Louis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to St. Louis at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Washington to St. Louis generates an estimated 28 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 Washington to St. Louis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to St. Louis?
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 Washington 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington 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

11/26

$114

11/27

$104

Today

$100

11/29

$217

11/30

$196

12/01

$124

12/02

No data

12/03

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $100

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

You can expect to pay from $100 to $308 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2025-12-01.