Find coaches from St. Louis to Columbia, MO

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Next departures from St. Louis to Columbia on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Gateway Station
    		Midway Truck Plaza Bus StopCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Gateway Station
      		Midway Truck Plaza Bus StopFastest
      Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		Gateway Station
        		Midway Truck Plaza Bus StopNo tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		Gateway Station
          		Columbia Wabash StationNo tags
          Greyhound Lines, Inc.
            		Gateway Station
            		Columbia Wabash StationNo tags

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            Get from St. Louis to Columbia

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            5bus per day
            3hAverage duration
            198 kmDistance
            5kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus St. Louis to Columbia, MO: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$31
            Average bus trip duration3h
            Number of daily buses5
            Earliest bus departure07:40
            Distance197 km
            Latest bus departure16:30

            St. Louis to Columbia Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Columbia, MO

            1. How much does a bus ticket from St. Louis to Columbia cost?

              The bus ticket price from St. Louis to Columbia starts at US$27. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from St. Louis to Columbia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to Columbia?

              The average travel time between St. Louis and Columbia is around 3h, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between St. Louis and Columbia?

              The number of buses from St. Louis to Columbia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from St. Louis to Columbia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from St. Louis to Columbia?

              When taking the bus from St. Louis to Columbia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            29/10
            US$36
            30/10
            US$28
            Today
            US$34
            01/11
            US$27
            02/11
            US$28
            03/11
            US$22
            04/11
            US$20
            05/11
            US$20
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Columbia, MO was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$20

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

            You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$82 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Columbia, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20, which is on 2025-11-04.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between St. Louis and Columbia!

            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from St. Louis to Columbia, get comfy and count the stars.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from St. Louis to Columbia will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

            Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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