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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Gateway Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico | Bus | Gateway Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Gateway Station | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gateway Station | Downtown Austin | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gateway Station | Austin South Congress | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 22 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Austin start from $108. The average price for this route is around $169. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to Austin?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Austin is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 717 miles (1157 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Austin route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Austin at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Austin?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Austin generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from St. Louis to Austin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Austin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $128To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $128 to $235 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $128 which is on 2026-01-17.
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.
