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

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis start from $49. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Bloomington to St. Louis?

The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to St. Louis is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 143 miles (231 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Burlington Trailways , Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to St. Louis at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45am.

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

A bus trip from Bloomington to St. Louis generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloomington to St. Louis?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to St. Louis?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bloomington to St. Louis from $40 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on March 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:20am	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	12h	11:20pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:15 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 52mAverage Duration

146 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $49	Average Duration8h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $64	Average Duration2h 52m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

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

Stops in Bloomington

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Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Stops in St. Louis

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

FlixBus

3.5/512,330 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Amtrak

4/55,768 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5768 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $64

Amtrak Bloomington St. Louis recent customer reviews

Very good

Brigitte K.

July 29, 2024

Arrival in St Louis was 20 mins late, still able to make the FIRST PITCH

Dave C.

July 14, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,528 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis 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 Bloomington to St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis start from $49. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Bloomington to St. Louis?
The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to St. Louis is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 143 miles (231 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bloomington to St. Louis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Burlington Trailways, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloomington to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to St. Louis at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Bloomington to St. Louis generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloomington to St. Louis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to St. Louis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloomington to St. Louis?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to St. Louis?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

03/15

$86

03/16

$40

Today

No data

03/18

$60

03/19

$61

03/20

$40

03/21

$40

03/22

$40

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis was searched and found on Mar 16, 2026 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $86 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2026-03-20.

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.