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

Next bus departures

Next departures from Austin to St. Louis on 31 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Austin
Gateway StationCheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Saint Louis (Lambert Field)Fastest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Gateway StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin South Congress
Gateway StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 4 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 853, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
22h 4mAverage duration
1158 kmDistance
105kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 591 - R 6 646Average duration1d
29kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 853 - R 5 364Average duration22h 4m
105kg CO₂e

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 1 591. The average price for this route is around R 2 369. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Austin to St. Louis is 1d , covering a distance of 1163 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 30m and is operated by Valley Transit.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Austin to St. Louis at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

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

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

  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 12162 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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
29/01
R 2 548
30/01
R 3 392
Today
R 3 922
01/02
No data
02/02
R 1 812
03/02
No data
04/02
No data
05/02
R 1 696
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to St. Louis was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 696

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 R 1 696 to R 3 922 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 R 1 696, which is on 2026-02-05.

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