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Today25 Apr
from US$55
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$51
Sat27 Apr
from US$48
Sun28 Apr
from US$51
Mon29 Apr
from US$41
Tue30 Apr
from US$37
Wed1 May
from US$38
Thu2 May
from US$36

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$55
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$122
  • Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$74
Bus St Louis to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus St Louis to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$51
Average bus trip duration8h 30m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance253 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

St Louis to Chicago buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses12
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures00:30 - 23:50
Minimum PriceUS$30
Average Ticket PriceUS$51
Minimum Trip Duration5h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration8h30m
Distance253 miles
Bus companies on this routeGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip St Louis - Chicago

The average bus ticket price from St Louis to Chicago is US$51. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from St Louis to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between St Louis and Chicago is around 8h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 260 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from St Louis to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from St Louis to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from St Louis to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
23/04
No data
24/04
US$30
Today
US$34
26/04
US$35
27/04
No data
28/04
US$43
29/04
No data
30/04
US$34
The cheapest trip from St Louis to Chicago was searched and found on 24 Apr 2024 with a price of US$30

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 Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$88 for a bus ticket from St Louis to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34, which is on 2024-04-30.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between St Louis and Chicago!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from St Louis to Chicago.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from St Louis to Chicago.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from St Louis to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

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Train from St Louis to Chicago

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