The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
2 d 1 h 10 m
Average duration
2 d 1 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
2512 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA 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 San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Diego, CA for St. Louis, MO on Sun, Apr 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct buses cover the 2512 km distance in an average of 2 d 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 1 h 10 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest buses will take 2 d 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:35 AM49h10San Diego, CA4:45 AMSt. Louis, MO$1731One-way0 transfers
3:35 AM49h10San Diego, CA4:45 AMSt. Louis, MO$1731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $173. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $173, and a train costs an average of $298.
Distance: 1560 miles (2512 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$250 Average price Cheapest | $315 Average price | $265 Average price |
50h 35m Average total duration 50h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46h 46m Average total duration 46h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration Fastest 7h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO buses for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:25 PM San Diego, CA | 51h20 | 10:45 PM St. Louis, MO | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:25 PM San Diego, CA | 51h20 | 10:45 PM St. Louis, MO | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, April 4 | |||||
![]() | 3:35 AM San Diego, CA | 49h10 | 4:45 AM St. Louis, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO
Buses from San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO run on average 11 times per day, taking around 50h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $173 (€141) but you can travel from only $170 (€139) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 1560 miles (2512 km) distance in 46h 15m.
Distance 1560 miles (2512 km) |
Average bus duration 50h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $173 (€141) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 46h 15m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Bus providers: Greyhound from San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MOYou can travel by bus between San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO with Greyhound for as low as $170 (€139). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Diego, CA to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA 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.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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