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

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Grinnell is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Grinnell is to drive which takes 6h 13m and costs $55 - $85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Grinnell. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at Grinnell via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Grinnell?

The distance between St. Louis and Grinnell is 469 miles. The road distance is 308.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Louis to Grinnell without a car is to bus which takes 10h 20m and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 10h 20m to get from St. Louis to Grinnell, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the St. Louis to Grinnell bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from St. Louis to Grinnell?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Grinnell is 309 miles. It takes approximately 6h 13m to drive from St. Louis to Grinnell.

How do I get a bus ticket from St. Louis to Grinnell?

Book your St. Louis to Grinnell bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Grinnell?

There are 14+ hotels available in Grinnell.

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0153S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Grinnellbus Greyhound US0155S
10h 20m
$73–138
Drive 307.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Grinnellcar 307.1 mi
6h 13m
$56–81
Fly to Des Moines, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM)plane STL - DSM
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle
3. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Grinnellbus
9h 46m
$238–984
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane STL - CID
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Iowa City to Grinnellbus
10h 36m

St. Louis to Grinnell by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

10h 20mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 466.1 mi
Duration: 10h 20m

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

You can take a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Grinnell via Des Moines in around 10h 20m.

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How to get fromSt. Louis to Grinnellby bus (Greyhound), car, plane, shuttle, or bus

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

Bus (Greyhound)

Drive 307.1 mi

Fly to Des Moines, shuttle, bus

Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus