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

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Butler is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Butler is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between St. Louis and Butler?

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Butler. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at Rich Hill via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Butler?

The distance between St. Louis and Butler is 283 miles. The road distance is 266.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Louis to Butler without a car is to bus which takes 6h 23m and costs $95 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from St. Louis to Butler, including transfers.

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

St. Louis to Butler bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from St Louis Bus Station.

Where does the St. Louis to Butler bus arrive?

St. Louis to Butler bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Butler?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Butler is 266 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from St. Louis to Butler.

Where can I stay near Butler?

There are five+ hotels available in Butler.

St. Louis to Butler - 5 ways to travel via train, car, bus, plane, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from St. Louis to Butler by train, car, bus (Greyhound), plane, bus, or taxi

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Train, drive (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Warrensburg Amtrak Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Drive from Warrensburg Amtrak Station to Butlercar
5h 30m
$69–144
Drive 264.5 mi
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1. Drive from St. Louis to Butlercar 264.5 mi
5h 20m
$49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Rich Hillbus Jefferson Lines 117
6h 23m
$98–151
Fly to Kansas City, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Kansas City (MCI)plane STL - MCI
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Rich Hillbus
3. Take the taxi from Rich Hill to Butlertaxi
6h 46m
$766–1,088
Fly to Joplin Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)plane STL - JLN
2. Take the bus from Joplin to Rich Hillbus
8h 52m
$172–590

Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Kansas City (MCI) flights

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1h 5mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.9 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Butler via Kansas City Bus Station, Kansas City, and Rich Hill in around 6h 23m.

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