How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to New York City?

The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to New York City start from $81. The average price for this route is around $126. 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 New York City?

The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to New York City is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 875 miles (1411 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the St. Louis to New York City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to New York City?

The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to New York City at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to New York City?

A bus trip from St. Louis to New York City generates an estimated 35 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 New York City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to New York City?

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 New York City?

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 New York City?

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.

Bus St. Louis to New York City from $76 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for St. Louis to New York City on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 3h	4:05am	New York Port Authority	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 5h	5:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 7h	7:50am	Chinatown	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 17h	6:15pm	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 10h	10:35am	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to New York City on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:00am	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45am	Gateway Station	1d	10:30am	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	Bus	1:55pm	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:20pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 3h	4:05am	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 7h	7:50am	Chinatown	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to New York City on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:00am	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45am	Gateway Station	1d	10:30am	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	Bus	1:55pm	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:20pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 3h	4:05am	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 7h	7:50am	Chinatown	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to New York City on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:45am	Gateway Station	1d	10:30am	New York Port Authority	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:00am	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 3h	4:05am	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 7h	7:50am	Chinatown	No tags
	Bus	1:55pm	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:20pm	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to New York City on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:45am	Gateway Station	1d	10:30am	New York Port Authority	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:00am	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 3h	4:05am	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 11h	11:40am	Chinatown	No tags
	Bus	1:55pm	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:20pm	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to New York City on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:00am	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45am	Gateway Station	1d	10:30am	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	Bus	1:55pm	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:20pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:00am	Gateway Station	1d 12h	2:50pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to New York City on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:00am	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45am	Gateway Station	1d	10:30am	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	Bus	1:55pm	Gateway Station	1d 1h	4:20pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 3h	4:05am	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Gateway Station	1d 7h	7:50am	Chinatown	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

875 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $372	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$107 - $1,855	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 128kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and New York City?

Stops in St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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 New York City recent customer reviews

The bus broke down five hours into the trip and I had to make stressful arrangements for a flight so that I wouldn't miss my flight to New York! This was a terrible experience!

Timoteo B.

June 13, 2017

I will never take Greyhound Lines again.

Derek W.

August 30, 2017

Don't overbook the bus next time.

Gabrielle S.

August 28, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,458 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to New York City start from $81. The average price for this route is around $126. 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 New York City?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to New York City is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 875 miles (1411 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to New York City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to New York City at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to New York City?
A bus trip from St. Louis to New York City generates an estimated 35 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 New York City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to New York City?
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 New York City?
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 New York City?
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.

Best price found

11/25

$172

11/26

$194

Today

$123

11/28

$123

11/29

$167

11/30

$177

12/01

$102

12/02

$88

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to New York City was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $88

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $88 to $386 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus 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.