Bus from Austin, TX, US to St. Louis: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to St. Louis on January 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Gateway StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Gateway StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Gateway StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Austin
Gateway StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin South Congress
Gateway StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 22 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
22h 6mAverage Duration
1158 kmDistance
105kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$155 - $581Average Duration23h 40m
29kg CO₂e
Average Price$160 - $1,114Average Duration22h 6m
105kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to St. Louis by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Austin to St. Louis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to St. Louis start from $155. The average price for this route is around $242. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Austin to St. Louis?

    The average bus travel time from Austin to St. Louis is 23h 40m, covering a distance of 1165 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Austin to St. Louis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to St. Louis?

    The earliest bus departs from Austin to St. Louis at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to St. Louis?

    A bus trip from Austin to St. Louis generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Austin to St. Louis?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to St. Louis?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Austin to St. Louis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to St. Louis?

    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
01-09
$314
01-10
$187
Today
$286
01-12
$410
01-13
$220
01-14
$195
01-15
No data
01-16
$194
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $187

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $187 to $410 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $194 which is on 2026-01-16.

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