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Louisville to St Louis Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Louisville to St Louis?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Louisville to St Louis.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 331.95 | Avg. PriceRON 630.76 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration9h 52m | Duration15h 48m |
Bus from Louisville to St Louis: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Louisville to St Louis. Traveling by bus from Louisville to St Louis usually takes around 9 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 242 mi (389 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 35m |
| Cheapest price | RON 249.03 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |

How much is a bus ticket from Louisville to St Louis?
Bus tickets for a trip from Louisville to St Louis cost RON 272.88 on average. Tickets cheaper than RON 272.88 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from Louisville to St Louis?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Louisville 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 | 9h 55m | RON 391.84 |
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 Louisville to St Louis every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to St Louis usually start from RON 249.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Louisville to St Louis
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 242 miles from Louisville to St Louis. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Louisville to St Louis, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Louisville to St Louis every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Louisville to St Louis; ticket prices start at RON 512.18.
City Information
Louisville



A mecca for fans of sports, Louisville holds the honor of being the birthplace of many sports legends. Even non-sports fans should not miss out on the Muhammad Ali Center, where tourists can learn more about the life and legacy of the legendary boxer. Aside from permanent galleries dedicated to the boxer himself, the museum also features temporary exhibitions on topics such as race and gender equality. Another top highlight from the city is Churchill Downs, where the famous Kentucky Derby is hosted. Contrary to what people might imagine, the racing track is actually quite idyllic, and if there is one place you must visit in Louisville, this is probably the one. If you are looking for a unique experience, head towards the Louisville Mega Cavern. This cavern system was created out of a 19th-century limestone quarry and it features the world’s only underground zip line course.
Three things dominate the food scene in Louisville: barbecue, bourbon, and mint juleps. Some local favorites are Mark’s Feed Store and Feast BBQ. If you are looking for the finest bourbon, the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience is certainly a good call.
The central bus station in Louisville is the Bus Terminal on W Muhammad Ali Blvd, connecting the city with near and far destinations such as Cincinnati, Chicago and Nashville. There are no train tracks that run through the city. However, the city is still a part of Amtrak’s network via the carrier’s Thruway bus line. The Louisville International Airport fulfills air services for the city.
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 Louisville?
Main departure station: Louisville Bus Station
The Louisville Bus Terminal, located at 720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, serves interstate Greyhound bus services. The station is equipped with restrooms, vending machines, and indoor seating. The station also has an adjoining cafeteria in case vending machine snacks aren't enough to satisfy your hunger. In addition, there is also a customer service and ticket kiosk where station staff can answer any questions you may have. The station is located in Downtown Louisville, only a short walk from the city's most exciting amenities and several nearby restaurants and convenience stores.
All bus stations in Louisville:
Louisville Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in St Louis?
Main arrival station: Gateway Station - 430 S 15th St
All buses from Louisville arrive at one main station in St Louis.
All bus stations in St Louis:
Gateway Station - 430 S 15th St
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