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

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $110 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Kentucky Derby and St. Louis?

No, there is no direct bus from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis station. However, there are services departing from 7th @ Algonquin and arriving at St Louis Bus Station via Louisville, KY and Evansville Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis?

The distance between Kentucky Derby and St. Louis is 272 miles. The road distance is 264.4 miles.

How do I travel from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis without a car is to bus which takes 8h 17m and costs $65 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kentucky Derby to St. Louis bus from?

Kentucky Derby to St. Louis bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Bus or fly from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis?

The best way to get from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $110 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $190 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Kentucky Derby to St. Louis bus arrive?

Kentucky Derby to St. Louis bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, arrive at Evansville, IN station.

Can I drive from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky Derby to St. Louis is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis.

Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 567+ hotels available in St. Louis.

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Fly from Louisville International Airport
best
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane SDF - STL
4h 13m
$112–620
Drive 262.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kentucky Derby to St. Louiscar 262.8 mi
4h 22m
$45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus Louisville
2. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0186 / ...
8h 17m
$67–183
Drive to Covington, fly
1. Drive from Kentucky Derby to Covington (CVG)car
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane CVG - STL
6h 8m
$160–877

Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) flights

110Weekly Planes

4h 53mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 270 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Kentucky Derby, KY, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kentucky Derby to St Louis Bus Station via 7th @ Algonquin, 12th @ Broadway, Louisville, KY, and Evansville Bus Station in around 8h 17m.

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How to get fromKentucky Derby to St. Louisby plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

There are 4 ways to get from Kentucky Derby to St. Louis by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

Fly from Louisville International Airport

Drive 262.8 mi

Bus

Drive to Covington, fly