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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gateway Station | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Gateway Station | Houston Bus Station | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:32 PM CST.
Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 23 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and Houston?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Houston, US 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 St. Louis to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Houston start from $131. The average price for this route is around $184. 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 St. Louis to Houston?
The average bus travel time from St. Louis to Houston is 23h 50m, covering a distance of 1077 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Houston route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from St. Louis to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Houston at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Houston?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Houston generates an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from St. Louis to Houston?
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 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from St. Louis to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 St. Louis to Houston?
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.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Houston, US was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $170To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Houston, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $170 to $346 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $170 which is on 2026-02-05.
Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Houston, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
