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

The cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to St. Louis is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to St. Louis is to line 41 bus and fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $600 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Council Bluffs and St. Louis?

No, there is no direct bus from Council Bluffs to St. Louis station. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 16th NW and arriving at St Louis Bus Station via Omaha and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

How far is it from Council Bluffs to St. Louis?

The distance between Council Bluffs and St. Louis is 366 miles. The road distance is 429.9 miles.

How do I travel from Council Bluffs to St. Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Council Bluffs to St. Louis without a car is to bus which takes 10h 43m and costs $90 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Council Bluffs to St. Louis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Council Bluffs to St. Louis bus from?

Council Bluffs to St. Louis bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Omaha station.

Where does the Council Bluffs to St. Louis bus arrive?

Council Bluffs to St. Louis bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Council Bluffs to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Council Bluffs to St. Louis is 430 miles. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Council Bluffs to St. Louis.

Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 559+ hotels available in St. Louis.

Council Bluffs to St. Louis - 4 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Council Bluffs to St. Louis by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Line 41 bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 16th NW to 11th & Dodge NEbus
2. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane OMA - STL
4h 34m
$606–906
Drive 427.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Council Bluffs to St. Louiscar 427.4 mi
7h 11m
$78–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 706
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
10h 43m
$91–161
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 706
2. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain Missouri River Runner / ...
12h 57m
$126–251

Council Bluffs to St. Louis by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

10h 43mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 363.7 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Council Bluffs, IA, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from Broadway & 16th NW to St Louis Bus Station via Farnam St & 18th NE, Omaha, Kansas City, and Kansas City Bus Station in around 10h 43m.

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