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

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Clear Lake is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Clear Lake is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $100 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between St. Louis and Clear Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Clear Lake. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at Clear Lake Jct. via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Clear Lake?

The distance between St. Louis and Clear Lake is 361 miles. The road distance is 428.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Louis to Clear Lake without a car is to bus which takes 11h 43m and costs $110 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from St. Louis to Clear Lake, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from St. Louis to Clear Lake?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Clear Lake is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $100 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $200 and takes 11h 43m.

Where does the St. Louis to Clear Lake bus arrive?

St. Louis to Clear Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Clear Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Clear Lake is 429 miles. It takes approximately 7h 34m to drive from St. Louis to Clear Lake.

Where can I stay near Clear Lake?

There are 19+ hotels available in Clear Lake.

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Fly to Mason City
best
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Mason City (MCW)plane STL - MCW
5h 27m
$100–480
Drive 426.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Clear Lakecar 426.3 mi
7h 34m
$78–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0153S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Clear Lake Jct.bus Jefferson 802
11h 43m
$113–194
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane STL - ALO
2. Drive from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Clear Lakecar
7h 20m
$98–466
Fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane STL - MSP
2. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Mason Citybus
7h 12m
$436–1,028

Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Mason City (MCW) flights

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Distance: 358.9 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between St. Louis, MO, USA and Clear Lake, IA, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Mason City (MCW) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Clear Lake via Des Moines and Clear Lake Jct. in around 11h 43m.

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How to get fromSt. Louis to Clear Lakeby plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from St. Louis to Clear Lake by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Fly to Mason City

Drive 426.3 mi

Bus

Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport, drive

Fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus