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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Gateway Station | Midway Truck Plaza Bus Stop | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Midway Truck Plaza Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Midway Truck Plaza Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Columbia Wabash Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Columbia Wabash Station | No tags |
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Get from St. Louis to Columbia
The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just MX$460, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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 Columbia recent customer reviews
I was put in an old, smelly taxi cab with 2 other passengers for my almost 3 hour trip with no explanation as to why we were not on the bus.
Mary Jo W.
Great time thanks
Timothy H.
It was OK.
Althea T.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Columbia, MO 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 Columbia?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Columbia start from MX$460. The average price for this route is around MX$523. 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 Columbia?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Columbia is 3h, covering a distance of 120 miles (194 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Columbia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Columbia?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Columbia at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Columbia?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Columbia generates an estimated 4.831924999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 Columbia, MO was searched and found on May 5, 2026 with a price of MX$350To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Columbia, MO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MX$350 to MX$1,147 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Columbia, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$350 which is on 2026-05-05.
