Bus Tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on September 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
199 Spring Garden St.Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus
Gateway Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Philadelphia

Bus
Average PriceUS$87 - US$249Average Duration1d 6h
33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$145 - US$894Average Duration1d 8h
118kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from St. Louis to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
US$87Cheapest ticket
33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$112
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance1303 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

St. Louis to Philadelphia Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from St. Louis to Philadelphia, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Philadelphia, PA

  1. What is the travel distance from St. Louis to Philadelphia?

    The distance between St. Louis and Philadelphia is approximately 1303 km (808 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from St. Louis to Philadelphia?

    Buses departing from Gateway Station in St. Louis will take you to Philadelphia Airport in Philadelphia.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-04
US$96
09-05
US$96
Today
US$91
09-07
US$90
09-08
US$86
09-09
US$83
09-10
US$86
09-11
US$81
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Sep 11, 2025 with a price of US$81

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$81 to US$111 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$81 which is on 2025-09-11.

Usually FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from St. Louis to Philadelphia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from St. Louis to Philadelphia that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to St. Louis by bus?

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