What is the cheapest way to get from Columbus to St. Louis?

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to St. Louis is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbus to St. Louis?

The fastest way to get from Columbus to St. Louis is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $140 - $600.

How far is it from Columbus to St. Louis?

The distance between Columbus and St. Louis is 457 miles. The road distance is 433.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Columbus to St. Louis?

It takes approximately 9h 16m to get from Columbus to St. Louis, including transfers.

Can I drive from Columbus to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to St. Louis is 434 miles. It takes approximately 7h 35m to drive from Columbus to St. Louis.

Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 570+ hotels available in St. Louis.

Columbus to St. Louis - 4 ways to travel via car, bus, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbus to St. Louis by car, bus, or plane

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Drive, bus
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1. Drive from Columbus to Tupelocar
2. Take the bus from Tupelo to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
9h 16m
$74–122
Drive 431.2 mi
1. Drive from Columbus to St. Louiscar 431.2 mi
7h 35m
$74–107
Fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport
1. Fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane GTR - STL
6h 14m
$142–599
Drive, bus to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Columbus to Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Dowtowncar
2. Take the bus from Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Dowtown to Birmingham-Shuttlesworthbus
3. Fly from Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane BHM - STL
7h 41m
$138–562

Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) flights

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5h 34mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 454 mi
Duration: 9h 16m

What companies run services between Columbus, MS, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

Delta and American Airlines fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) 3 times a day.

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbus to St. Louis by car, bus, or plane

Drive, bus

Drive 431.2 mi

Fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport

Drive, bus to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport, fly