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

The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Bloomington start from R 1 125. The average price for this route is around R 1 125. 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 Bloomington?

The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Bloomington is 10h 10m, covering a distance of 146 miles (235 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Bloomington at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 2:00am.

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

A bus trip from St. Louis to Bloomington generates an estimated 5.853875 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 Bloomington?

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 5809 reviews.

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

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 St. Louis to Bloomington?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Bloomington?

According to Busbud traveler 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 St. Louis to Bloomington from R 1 006 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on May 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	10h 10m	12:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on May 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	10h 10m	12:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	10h 10m	12:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	10h 10m	12:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	10h 10m	12:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	10h 10m	12:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:00am	Gateway Station	10h 10m	12:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:00 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 2 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just R 300, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 37mAverage Duration

146 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 1 125 - R 1 939	Average Duration10h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 300 - R 1 362	Average Duration2h 37m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

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

Stops in St. Louis

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

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Compare companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,560 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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

3.5/512,724 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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

4.1/55,811 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Bloomington, IL 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 Bloomington?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Bloomington start from R 1 125. The average price for this route is around R 1 125. 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 Bloomington?
The average bus trip duration from St. Louis to Bloomington is 10h 10m, covering a distance of 146 miles (235 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Bloomington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Louis to Bloomington?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Bloomington at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 2:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Bloomington?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Bloomington generates an estimated 5.853875 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 Bloomington?
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 5809 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Bloomington?
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 St. Louis to Bloomington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Bloomington?
According to Busbud traveler 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

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R 1 006

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on May 27, 2026 with a price of R 1 006

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 Bloomington, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 006 to R 1 006 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 006 which is on 2026-05-30.