How can I travel from St Louis to Atlanta without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Atlanta. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Atlanta from St Louis by bus?

Traveling from St Louis to Atlanta takes about 12h 40m on average, but you can get there in as little as 10h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 467 miles (753 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from St Louis to Atlanta?

St Louis and Atlanta are 467 miles (753 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St Louis to Atlanta?

The majority of buses traveling from St Louis to Atlanta start their journey at Gateway Station and wind up at Doraville Tornado Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most affordable way to get from St Louis to Atlanta?

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $48.

How much are the bus tickets from St Louis to Atlanta?

The bus ticket costs $82 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $48 to $209, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

Once in Atlanta, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta, Atlanta's Eclectic Neighborhoods, Margaret Mitchell House, The Punchline Comedy Club and Atlanta Hawks and Atlanta Dream and State Farm Arena.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 17 at 7:00pm
Departure city: St Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: June 18 at 7:45am
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 17 at 8:00am
Departure city: St Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: June 17 at 7:55pm
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 55m
Departure time: June 17 at 1:40am
Departure city: St Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: June 17 at 3:35pm
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 55m
Departure time: June 17 at 8:00am
Departure city: St Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: June 17 at 7:55pm
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 55m
Departure time: June 17 at 1:45pm
Departure city: St Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: June 18 at 3:25am
Destination city: Atlanta
Destination location: Atlanta Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 40m

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Compare 2 ways to go from St Louis to Atlanta.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $209	Average Duration12h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$299 - $635	Average Duration1d 23h	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from St Louis to Atlanta

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4.239130434782608bus per day

12h 40mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest ticket

19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St Louis to Atlanta: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$82

Average bus trip duration12h 40m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure1:05am

Distance467 miles (752 km)

Latest bus departure7:00pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,034 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound St Louis Atlanta recent customer reviews

Everything was good just wished people would have been a little more quiet so us people who had to go to a job and work as soon as I got there could have gotten some sleep

Sharon Z.

January 23, 2020

Staff needs to be more friendly

Marsha P.

April 5, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/59,051 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

St Louis to Atlanta Bus

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Where are the popular stops in St Louis and Atlanta?

Stops in St Louis

A - Gateway Station

Stops in Atlanta

A - Doraville Tornado Bus Station

B - Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station

C - Atlanta Airport

D - Cleveland Ave

E - Doraville El Expreso Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip St Louis - Atlanta (GA)

How can I travel from St Louis to Atlanta without flying?
How long does it take to get to Atlanta from St Louis by bus?
What is the travel distance from St Louis to Atlanta?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St Louis to Atlanta?
What is the most affordable way to get from St Louis to Atlanta?
How much are the bus tickets from St Louis to Atlanta?
What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

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

Best price found

06/12

$77

06/13

$55

Today

$84

06/15

$87

06/16

$60

06/17

$60

06/18

$60

06/19

$60

The cheapest trip from St Louis to Atlanta was searched and found on Jun 13, 2025 with a price of $55

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 Atlanta, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $55 to $147 for a bus ticket from St Louis to Atlanta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-06-16.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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 Atlanta!

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 Atlanta.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from St Louis to Atlanta will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from St Louis to Atlanta.

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.

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

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time12h 40m	Avg Price$82	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 23h	Avg Price$429	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to St Louis by bus?

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Where are the popular stops in St Louis and Atlanta?

Frequently asked questions for your trip St Louis - Atlanta (GA)

How can I travel from St Louis to Atlanta without flying?

How long does it take to get to Atlanta from St Louis by bus?

What is the travel distance from St Louis to Atlanta?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St Louis to Atlanta?

What is the most affordable way to get from St Louis to Atlanta?

How much are the bus tickets from St Louis to Atlanta?

What are the best sights and things to do in Atlanta?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to St Louis by bus?

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