How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to St. Louis?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to St. Louis start at R 1 727. The average price for this route is around R 3 059. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Richmond to St. Louis?

The average bus journey time from Richmond to St. Louis is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1124 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to St. Louis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to St. Louis?

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to St. Louis at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to St. Louis?

A bus trip from Richmond to St. Louis produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Richmond to St. Louis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to St. Louis?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond to St. Louis?

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 Richmond to St. Louis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Richmond to St. Louis from R 1 924 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to St. Louis on 10 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	09:10	Gateway Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 1h	23:25	Gateway Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:30	Henrico	1d 2h	23:25	Gateway Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	15:45	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	1d 8h	23:25	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to St. Louis on 11 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	09:10	Gateway Station	Cheapest
	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	07:55	Gateway Station	Fastest
	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	23:25	Gateway Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 2h	23:25	Gateway Station	No tags
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 2h	15:20	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to St. Louis on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	09:10	Gateway Station	Cheapest
	11:25	Henrico	22h 45m	09:10	Gateway Station	Fastest
	11:30	Main Street Station	1d 8h	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 15m	23:25	Gateway Station	No tags
	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	07:55	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to St. Louis on 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	09:10	Gateway Station	Cheapest
	11:25	Henrico	22h 45m	09:10	Gateway Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 15m	23:25	Gateway Station	No tags
	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	07:55	Gateway Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	09:25	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	09:10	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to St. Louis on 14 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:10	Henrico	1d 17h	15:20	Gateway Station	Cheapest
	11:25	Henrico	22h 45m	09:10	Gateway Station	Fastest
	11:30	Main Street Station	1d 8h	19:07	Gateway Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 15m	23:25	Gateway Station	No tags
	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	07:55	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to St. Louis on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	06:55	Henrico	1d 2h	07:55	Gateway Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 15m	23:25	Gateway Station	Fastest
	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	07:55	Gateway Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 2h	23:25	Gateway Station	No tags
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 2h	15:20	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:01 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 727, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 2hAverage duration

1124 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 727 - R 7 004	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 383 - R 34 811	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and St. Louis?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

Stops in St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 635 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 422 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 568 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to St. Louis start at R 1 727. The average price for this route is around R 3 059. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to St. Louis?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to St. Louis is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1124 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to St. Louis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to St. Louis at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Richmond to St. Louis produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Richmond to St. Louis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to St. Louis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond to St. Louis?
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 Richmond to St. Louis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/12

R 2 900

09/12

R 3 483

Today

R 2 891

11/12

R 2 351

12/12

R 2 351

13/12

R 2 560

14/12

R 2 386

15/12

R 2 203

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 203

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 203 to R 14 769 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 203, which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually Amtrak, 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.