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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: 8 August atDeparture city: New OrleansDeparture location: New Orleans Bus StationArrival time: 9 August atDestination city: St. LouisDestination location: Gateway StationOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: 8 August atDeparture city: New OrleansDeparture location: New Orleans Bus StationArrival time: 9 August atDestination city: St. LouisDestination location: Gateway StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: 8 August atDeparture city: New OrleansDeparture location: New Orleans Bus StationArrival time: 9 August atDestination city: St. LouisDestination location: Saint Louis (Lambert Field)Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Vehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from New Orleans to St. LouisAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 22 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip New Orleans - St. Louis
What's the distance between New Orleans and St. Louis by coach?
The distance between New Orleans and St. Louis by coach is approximately 599 miles (966 km).
How can I travel from New Orleans to St. Louis avoiding air travel?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to St. Louis was searched and found on 6 Aug 2025 with a price of US$80To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New Orleans to St. Louis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$80 to US$295 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$80, which is on 2025-08-06.
Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.
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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New Orleans to St. Louis, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 New Orleans to St. Louis.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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