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Oklahoma City to St Louis Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Oklahoma City to St Louis?
There are usually 1 daily train trips from Oklahoma City to St Louis.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$117.25 | Avg. Price$197.43 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips5 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration11h 41m | Duration19h 43m |
Bus from Oklahoma City to St Louis: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Oklahoma City to St Louis. Traveling by bus from Oklahoma City to St Louis usually takes around 12 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 459 mi (738 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $73.42 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Oklahoma City to St Louis?
Bus tickets for a trip from Oklahoma City to St Louis cost $106.53 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price
Average bus ticket prices from Oklahoma City to St Louis by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Oklahoma City to St Louis is expected to be between $97 and $141. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is November 13, 2025, when tickets are available for November 13, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $97.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 17 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $108.79 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Oklahoma City to St Louis?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Oklahoma City to St Louis. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 5 | 12h 6m | $121.47 |
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 5 bus trips from Oklahoma City to St Louis every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 6 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to St Louis usually start from $73.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Oklahoma City to St Louis
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 738 kilometers from Oklahoma City to St Louis. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 35 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.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Oklahoma City to St Louis for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Oklahoma City to St Louis, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City to St Louis; ticket prices start at $166.67.
City Information
Oklahoma City
Often overlooked by travelers, Oklahoma City features a treasure trove of fun and quirky little secrets that will keep you enchanted. Among the city’s most famous attractions is the Museum of Osteology, which is one of the only two osteology museums in North America. Featuring more than 300 complete skeletons, as well as 400 different skulls, the museum is a unique experience that will leave you pleasantly satisfied. For those interested in the city’s history and its Western heritage, the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum offers deep insights into the period.
After a day of exploring the city’s many museums, unwind at Bricktown, which offers some of the best entertainment establishments and eateries in town. Oklahoma City boasts a large population of Vietnamese Americans, and one of the best spots to try out amazing pho noodles is at Pho Ca Dao, a local favorite. In case you want to enjoy the most authentically Oklahoman dishes, try Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the city.
Travelers can catch a bus from several different places in the city depending on the carrier you are traveling with. For train travelers, the Oklahoma City Amtrak station is located right in the heart of downtown making it easily accessible. The city is served by two airports: the Will Rogers World Airport, which is located 6 miles southwest of Downtown, and the Wiley Post Airport, seven miles northwest of the central business district.
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 Oklahoma City?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Bus Terminal - 1948 E Reno Ave
The blue-roofed Bus Terminal on Reno Ave is the primary bus station in Oklahoma City and a hub for travel in the region. Jefferson Lines buses run from this station to cities like Dallas, Houston, Memphis, and Chicago. The station has indoor and outdoor seating and on-site vending machines to grab a quick snack. For travelers arriving in Oklahoma City, the station is near a handful of hotels, all at the same intersection. Still, downtown is a few miles away, so make sure to open up a rideshare app or call a taxi to arrive at your final destination.
All bus stations in Oklahoma City:
Bus Terminal - 1948 E Reno Ave
Where does the bus arrive in St Louis?
Main arrival station: Gateway Station - 430 S 15th St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in St Louis.
Bus stations in St Louis:
Gateway Station - 430 S 15th St
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