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Next departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Washington on 20 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Gateway Station
Union StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Washington

Bus
Average priceUS$75 - US$268Average duration1d 3h
28kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$108 - US$1,049Average duration1d 4h
104kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from St. Louis to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
1d 3hAverage duration
US$75Cheapest ticket
28kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St. Louis to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$99
Average bus trip duration1d 3h
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance705 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

St. Louis to Washington Bus

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Bus service from St. Louis to Washington will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Washington from St. Louis, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Washington, DC, US

  1. How far is Washington from St. Louis by coach?

    The distance between St. Louis and Washington by coach is approximately 708 miles (1142 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Washington from St. Louis without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
16/09
US$99
17/09
US$165
Today
US$82
19/09
US$90
20/09
US$87
21/09
US$77
22/09
US$82
23/09
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 21 Sept 2025 with a price of US$77

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$77 to US$168 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$77, which is on 2025-09-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from St. Louis to Washington but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from St. Louis to Washington, 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 St. Louis to Washington.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from St. Louis to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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