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

The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to St. Louis start from $48. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 Cincinnati to St. Louis?

The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to St. Louis is 14h, covering a distance of 308 miles (497 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to St. Louis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to St. Louis at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Cincinnati to St. Louis generates an estimated 12 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 Cincinnati to St. Louis?

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 87435 reviews.

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

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 Cincinnati to St. Louis?

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 Cincinnati 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.

Bus Cincinnati to St. Louis from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to St. Louis on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	14h	11:25pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 25m	11:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest

Next departures for Cincinnati to St. Louis on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 25m	11:25pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	14h	11:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to St. Louis on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	14h	11:25pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 25m	11:25pm	Gateway Station	Fastest

Next departures for Cincinnati to St. Louis on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	7h 25m	11:25pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	14h	11:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:42 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 14 hours and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

14hAverage Duration

308 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $204	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$93 - $670	Average Duration18h 44m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and St. Louis?

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

Stops in St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,453 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,746 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cincinnati 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to St. Louis start from $48. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 Cincinnati to St. Louis?
The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to St. Louis is 14h, covering a distance of 308 miles (497 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to St. Louis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to St. Louis at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to St. Louis generates an estimated 12 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 Cincinnati to St. Louis?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to St. Louis?
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 Cincinnati to St. Louis?
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 Cincinnati 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

12/24

$101

12/25

$84

Today

$106

12/27

$104

12/28

No data

12/29

$84

12/30

$79

12/31

$66

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $108 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-12-31.