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Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

1:25PM
1d3h
3:40PM
New York - GW Bridge
Cheapest
St Louis - Gateway Station
Cheapest
1:35AM
23h
11:35PM
New York - Port Authority
2nd CheapestFastest
St Louis - Gateway Station
2nd Cheapest
Fastest
1:30AM
1d6h
6:30AM
New York - Midtown - 300 W 31st St
St Louis - Gateway Station
12:00PM
1d4h
3:40PM
New York - Midtown - 300 W 31st St
St Louis - Gateway Station
11:59PM
1d
11:35PM
New York - Midtown - 300 W 31st St
St Louis - Gateway Station
Bus New York to St Louis: Trip Overview

Bus New York to St Louis: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$141
Average bus trip duration1d 3h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure1:30 AM
Distance872 miles (1405 km)
Latest bus departure11:59 PM

New York to St Louis Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures11
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:30AM - 11:59PM
Minimum Price$114
Average Ticket Price$141
Minimum Trip Duration23h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d3h
Distance872 miles (1405 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip New York - St Louis

You can take a bus or a train to go from New York to St Louis. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

The travel time from New York to St Louis is about 1d 3h, although the fastest bus will take 23h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 871 miles (1405 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating New York and St Louis is 871 miles (1405 km).

About 11 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound and FlixBus. The number of buses operating from New York to St Louis may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from New York to St Louis a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 1:30 AM and 11:59 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from New York to St Louis leave from Port Authority, Port AuthorityW 42nd St and arrive at Gateway Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from New York to St Louis by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $105.

You can expect to pay around $141 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $105 and $384, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in St Louis, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Saint Louis Zoo, Gateway Arch, Citygarden Sculpture Park, St. Louis Cardinals and Lumière Place.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from New York to St Louis. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

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
03/27
No data
Today
$119
03/29
$125
03/30
$143
03/31
$140
04/01
No data
04/02
$114
04/03
$130
The cheapest trip from New York to St Louis was searched and found on Apr 2, 2024 with a price of $114

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

You can expect to pay from $114 to $184 for a bus ticket from New York to St Louis based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $114 which is on 2024-04-02.

Usually Greyhound 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 New York and St Louis!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York to St Louis, get comfy and count the stars.

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 New York to St Louis 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 New York to St Louis while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York to St Louis?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time1d 3hAvg Price$141Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time1d 9hAvg Price$241Daily Departures6

The best way to travel between New York and St Louis is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $141 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $105. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St Louis, choose the bus, as it will take you from New York to St Louis in about 1d 3h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to New York by bus?

Bus from St Louis to New York

You can also go to St Louis by train

Train from New York to St Louis

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