Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis

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Next departures from Washington to St. Louis on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    		Union Station
    		Gateway StationCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Union Station
      		Gateway StationFastest
      Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		Union Station
        		Gateway StationNo tags
        FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
          		Gateway StationNo tags
          Greyhound Lines, Inc.
            		Union Station
            		Gateway StationNo tags

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            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            11bus per day
            1d Average duration
            1139 kmDistance
            28kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$92 - US$329Average duration1d
            28kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$103 - US$1 801Average duration1d 9h
            104kg CO₂e

            Bus Washington, DC, US to St. Louis: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$127
            Average bus trip duration1d
            Number of daily buses11
            Earliest bus departure05:00
            Distance1138 km
            Latest bus departure23:59

            Washington to St. Louis Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - St. Louis

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Washington to St. Louis cost?

              The bus ticket price from Washington to St. Louis starts at US$92. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to St. Louis 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Washington to St. Louis?

              The average travel time between Washington and St. Louis is around 1d , although the fastest bus will take about 19h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1142 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and St. Louis?

              The number of buses from Washington to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Washington to St. Louis?

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

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to St. Louis?

              Buses travelling between Washington and St. Louis leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Gateway Station.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            31/10
            US$154
            01/11
            US$120
            Today
            US$197
            03/11
            US$119
            04/11
            US$118
            05/11
            No data
            06/11
            US$103
            07/11
            US$107
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to St. Louis was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$103

            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 US$103 to US$280 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 US$103, which is on 2025-11-06.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Washington to St. Louis.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

            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 Washington to St. Louis.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to St. Louis will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

            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 there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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