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

St. Louis and Philadelphia are 808 miles (1303 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from St. Louis to Philadelphia start their journey at Gateway Station and wind up at Philadelphia Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

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

Once in Philadelphia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Eastern State Penitentiary, The Barnes Foundation, The Franklin Institute, Shofuso Japanese House and Garden and Love Park.

Bus St. Louis to Philadelphia from $90 | Compare & Save up to 60%

SunJul 27

from $114

MonJul 28

from $121

TueJul 29

from $104

WedJul 30

from $111

ThuJul 31

FriAug 1

from $118

SatAug 2

SunAug 3

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 28 at 2:30am
Departure city: St. Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 1:50am
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 22h 20m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 28 at 1:55pm
Departure city: St. Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 1:00pm
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 22h 5m
Departure time: July 28 at 8:45am
Departure city: St. Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 8:10am
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 22h 25m
Departure time: July 28 at 4:00pm
Departure city: St. Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: July 30 at 1:50am
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 8h
Departure time: July 28 at 8:30am
Departure city: St. Louis
Departure location: Gateway Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 1:00pm
Destination city: Philadelphia
Destination location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 3h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $308	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$162 - $460	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from St. Louis to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

$97Cheapest ticket

33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$129

Average bus trip duration1d 5h

Number of daily buses15

Earliest bus departure1:40am

Distance808 miles (1303 km)

Latest bus departure11:30pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,135 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.

FlixBus

3.5/59,727 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 Philadelphia Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from St. Louis to Philadelphia.

Bus service from St. Louis to Philadelphia will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling 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.

Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and Philadelphia?

Stops in St. Louis

A - Gateway Station

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - JFK Bd & N 30th St

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - Independence Travel Center

Frequently asked questions for your trip St. Louis - Philadelphia, PA

What is the travel distance from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/23

$97

07/24

$136

Today

$158

07/26

$158

07/27

$106

07/28

$113

07/29

$103

07/30

$103

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jul 23, 2025 with a price of $97

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 $97 to $329 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 $103 which is on 2025-07-29.

Usually FlixBus 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

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?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 5h	Avg Price$129	Daily Departures15
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 8h	Avg Price$347	Daily Departures2

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Bus Tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA

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Bus St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

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St. Louis to Philadelphia Bus

Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and Philadelphia?

Frequently asked questions for your trip St. Louis - Philadelphia, PA

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

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

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

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

Will you be returning to St. Louis by bus?

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