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St Louis - Gateway Station
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Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
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11:00PM
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St Louis - Gateway Station
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Chicago - Chicago (Union Station), IL
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St Louis - Gateway Station
Chicago - Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Bus St Louis to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus St Louis to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$51
Average bus trip duration8h 30m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure12:30 AM
Distance253 miles (408 km)
Latest bus departure11:50 PM

St Louis to Chicago Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Departures12
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:30AM - 11:50PM
Minimum Price$30
Average Ticket Price$51
Minimum Trip Duration5h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration8h30m
Distance253 miles (408 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip St Louis - Chicago

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and sustainable way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

The travel time from St Louis to Chicago is about 8h 30m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 5h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 260 miles (419 km) that separate the two cities.

About 260 miles (419 km) separate St Louis and Chicago.

You can choose from 12 travel times and travel with Greyhound. The number of buses running from St Louis to Chicago may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from St Louis to Chicago a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 12:30 AM and ending at 11:50 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from St Louis to Chicago start their journey at Gateway Station and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

The average price of a one-way ticket from St Louis to Chicago is $51. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $35 and $194, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Science and Industry, The Field Museum, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Conservatory and Shedd Aquarium.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from St Louis to Chicago. 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.

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04/24
$30
04/25
$34
04/26
$35
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04/28
$43
The cheapest trip from St Louis to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 24, 2024 with a price of $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 $30 to $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 $30 which is on 2024-04-24.

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.

Will you be returning to St Louis by bus?

Bus from Chicago to St Louis

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from St Louis to Chicago

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