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04/19/2025
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St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL by bus

The journey from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL by bus is 260.34 mi and takes 9 hr 23 min. There are 13 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:30 AM and the last at 4:00 PM. It is possible to travel from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as $39.95 or as much as $60.08. The best price for this journey is $39.95.

Lowest Price $39.95
Journey Duration 9 hr 23 min
Connection per Day 13
Lowest Price $39.95
Highest Price $60.08
First Departure 2:30 AM
Last Departure 4:00 PM
Distance 260.34 mi
Departure St Louis, MO
Arrival Chicago, IL
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound

St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL Bus Times

Departure date
Saturday, Apr 19, 2025

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When travelling to Chicago, IL by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
29.33kg
Bus
31.42kg
Flight
83.79kg
Car
67.04kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL is $50.12. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $39.95.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL is $39.95. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between St Louis, MO and Chicago, IL by bus?
St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL is 260.34 mi.
How long does the bus between St Louis, MO and Chicago, IL take?
St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL is on average 9 hr 23 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hr 0 min.
Which companies operate from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL?
St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL has 13 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL departs at 2:30 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL departs at 4:00 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $39.95 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL?
There are on average 6 direct connection(s) from St Louis, MO to go to Chicago, IL.
What's the fastest journey time between St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between St Louis, MO and Chicago, IL is 6 hr 0 min.
Is there a direct bus from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between St Louis, MO and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from St Louis, MO to Chicago, IL creates 31.42kg of CO2 emissions.