Bus from St. Louis to Memphis, TN: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for St. Louis to Memphis on December 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
Memphis Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus
Gateway Station
Memphis Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Gateway Station
Memphis Central StationNo tags
Amtrak
Gateway Station
Memphis Central StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
5h 30mAverage Duration
397 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$62 - $270Average Duration5h 30m
10kg CO₂e
Average Price$192 - $1,183Average Duration22h 17m
35kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Memphis, TN 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 Memphis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Memphis start from $62. The average price for this route is around $79. 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 Memphis?

    The average bus travel time from St. Louis to Memphis is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 397 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from St. Louis to Memphis?

    The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Memphis at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from St. Louis to Memphis generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from St. Louis to Memphis?

    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 Memphis?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from St. Louis to Memphis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

    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
12-02
$82
12-03
$78
Today
$82
12-05
$81
12-06
$58
12-07
$66
12-08
$58
12-09
$56
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Memphis, TN was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $56

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 Memphis, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $56 to $401 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-12-09.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Memphis, TN?

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