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

The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to St. Louis start from $18. The average price for this route is around $24. 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 Springfield to St. Louis?

The average bus trip duration from Springfield to St. Louis is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 87 miles (140 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Springfield to St. Louis at 4:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Springfield to St. Louis generates an estimated 3 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 Springfield 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Springfield 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 has the most timely service from Springfield to St. Louis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Springfield 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 Springfield to St. Louis from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Springfield to St. Louis on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	6:25am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:00pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	3:45pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	11:10pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to St. Louis on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	6:25am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:00pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	3:45pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	11:10pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to St. Louis on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:25pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	11:10pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	6:25am	Gateway Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	3:45pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to St. Louis on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	6:25am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:00pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	3:45pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	11:10pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Springfield to St. Louis on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40am	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	6:25am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:50pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	3:35pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL	1h 45m	11:10pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:07 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 55mAverage Duration

87 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $40	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $54	Average Duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,500 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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.

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Springfield, 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 Springfield to St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Springfield to St. Louis start from $18. The average price for this route is around $24. 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 Springfield to St. Louis?
The average bus trip duration from Springfield to St. Louis is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 87 miles (140 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Springfield to St. Louis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Springfield to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Springfield to St. Louis at 4:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Springfield to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Springfield to St. Louis generates an estimated 3 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 Springfield 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Springfield 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 has the most timely service from Springfield to St. Louis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Springfield 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

11/30

$21

12/01

$21

Today

$16

12/03

No data

12/04

$16

12/05

$17

12/06

$16

12/07

$17

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $26 for a bus ticket from Springfield, IL to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-04.