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Newark - St Louis Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 6 intercity buses per day from Newark to St Louis. Traveling by bus from Newark to St Louis usually takes around 23 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 20 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance863 mi (1389 km)
Shortest duration20h 50m
Cheapest priceUS$142.56
Trips per day3
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

How much is a bus ticket from Newark to St Louis?

US$157.85 is the average price of a bus ticket from Newark to St Louis. Bus tickets on this route can be more expensive due to the length of the trip. However, taking the bus can still be a good alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Newark to St Louis, mark your calendar for June. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just US$103. However, taking the bus from Newark to St Louis during March is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of US$184. The best way to find deals on a trip in March is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What bus companies travel from Newark to St Louis?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Newark to St Louis. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound623h 37mUS$164.15
  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 6 bus trips from Newark to St Louis every day, with the average journey taking around 23 hours and 37 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to St Louis usually start from US$143.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 23 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 1389 kilometers from Newark to St Louis. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Newark to St Louis."

The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Newark to St Louis, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Newark to St Louis every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Newark, NJ to St Louis, MO; ticket prices start at US$162.00.

City Information

Newark

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As the most populous city in New Jersey, Newark offers some excellent museums, parks and restaurants that you can enjoy year-round. Art lovers should stop by the famous Newark Museum to enjoy a rich collection of works by American artists and sculptors. History buffs should check out the New Jersey Historical Society for ongoing exhibitions documenting the state’s rich history.

Located by the Passaic River, Newark offers various places where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll by the water. For the best views, head over to the city’s Riverfront Park near the hip Ironbound neighborhood. If you’re seeking more outdoor enjoyment, check out Branch Brook Park where you will find various lakes and plenty of cherry blossoms.

Newark is one of the biggest travel hubs in the United States, which makes it very easily accessible via all types of transportation. The Newark Liberty International Airport is one of the three airports that serves the New York City metro area, and its close proximity to Newark’s Penn Station makes it easy to reach from anywhere via bus or train.

St Louis

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St. Louis is one of several major cities in the state of Missouri and it is uniquely located near the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers. The city is usually recognized by its most distinctive feature, the Gateway Arch, thanks to which it is the only city in the United States that has a national park in the heart of its downtown district. The Arch is a must-see attraction and you can even take a tram to the top for some incredible views of the St. Louis skyline.

Some of the other truly unique attractions you can visit while you’re in town include the Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis where you can check out an incredible collection of dolls, dollhouses and vignettes, and the City Museum where you can ride down a 10-story spiral slide (yup, you read that right.) For a great outdoor experience, stop by the gorgeous Missouri Botanical Garden, and then take a stroll through Citygarden where you will find various quirky statues and installations worthy of being featured in your Instagram feed.

Ale enthusiasts would be excited to know that St. Louis is one of the best craft beer cities in the U.S. as well as one of the cheapest drinking cities. That means your party budget could take you a long way. Unsurprisingly, the city is also among the best spring break destinations on a budget.

The main bus and train station in St. Louis, Gateway Station, is located right in the center of downtown, not far from the Gateway Arch, which makes coming in and out of the city a breeze.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Newark?

Main departure station: 1 Raymond Plaza W

Most buses depart from the main station in Newark.

All bus stations in Newark:

  • 1 Raymond Plaza W

Where does the bus arrive in St Louis?

Main arrival station: Gateway Station - 430 S 15th St

All buses from Newark arrive at one main station in St Louis.

Bus stations in St Louis:

  • Gateway Station - 430 S 15th St

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