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

The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia start from $91. The average price for this route is around $161. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Philadelphia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 810 miles (1306 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Philadelphia at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia generates an estimated 33 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 St. Louis to Philadelphia?

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 87463 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

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 St. Louis to Philadelphia?

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.

Bus St. Louis to Philadelphia from $83 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Philadelphia on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 5m	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	22h 50m	1:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:45pm	Gateway Station	1d 9h	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	8:45am	Gateway Station	22h 25m	8:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 25m	1:20pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:20 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

810 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $413	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$138 - $1,992	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

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

Stops in St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,485 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,945 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Philadelphia start from $91. The average price for this route is around $161. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Philadelphia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 810 miles (1306 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Philadelphia at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia generates an estimated 33 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 St. Louis to Philadelphia?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Louis to Philadelphia?
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 St. Louis to Philadelphia?
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.

Best price found

01/04

$120

01/05

$128

Today

$140

01/07

$103

01/08

$91

01/09

No data

01/10

$89

01/11

$97

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $89

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $89 to $173 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2026-01-10.

Usually FlixBus 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.