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St Louis to California Bus Schedule
Bus from St Louis to California: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from St Louis to California. Traveling by bus from St Louis to California usually takes around 4 hours and 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 128 mi (206 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $29.99 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from St Louis to California?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from St Louis to California. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 4h 25m | $29.99 |
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 1 bus trips from St Louis to California every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 25 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to California usually start from $30.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from St Louis to California
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 128 miles from St Louis to California. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from St Louis to California. It leaves the station in St Louis at 11:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
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 St Louis?
Main departure station: USTST Gateway Transportation Center
Most buses depart from the main station in St Louis.
All bus stations in St Louis:
USTST Gateway Transportation Center
Where does the bus arrive in California?
Main arrival station: 164-198 W Versailles Ave
All buses from St Louis arrive at one main station in California.
All bus stations in California:
164-198 W Versailles Ave
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