The cheapest and fastest buses from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
12 h 15 m
Average duration
14 h 38 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
499 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least once.
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undefined · undefined6:45 AM17h00Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI11:45 PMSt. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)$931One-way2 transfers
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undefined · undefined7:00 AM16h45Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride)11:45 PMSt. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)$931One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus5:55 PM12h30Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI6:25 AMSt. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)$931One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:10 PM12h15Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride)6:25 AMSt. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)$951One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:10 PM12h15Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride)6:25 AMSt. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)$951One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:55 PM12h30Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI6:25 AMSt. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)$931One-way1 transfer
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undefined · undefined7:00 AM16h45Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride)11:45 PMSt. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)$931One-way2 transfers
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undefined · undefined6:45 AM17h00Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI11:45 PMSt. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center)$931One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $78, and a flight costs an average of $196.
Distance: 310 miles (499 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $103 Average price Cheapest | $292 Average price |
10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration Fastest 6h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Live departures
Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:25 PM Madison, WI | 13h00 | 12:25 PM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 11:45 AM Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI | 17h00 | 4:45 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 12:00 PM Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride) | 16h45 | 4:45 AM St. Louis, S 15th St (Civic center) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO
Buses from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO run on average 20 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) but you can travel from only $78 (€63) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 310 miles (499 km) distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 310 miles (499 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 12h 5m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO with FlixBus for as low as $78 (€63). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madison, WI to St. Louis, MO by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St. Louis, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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