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

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Monticello is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Monticello is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $26 - $40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Monticello. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Monticello?

The distance between St. Louis and Monticello is 205 miles. The road distance is 146 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Louis to Monticello without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 35m and costs $170 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from St. Louis to Monticello, including transfers.

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

St. Louis to Monticello bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from St Louis Bus Station.

Where does the St. Louis to Monticello bus arrive?

St. Louis to Monticello bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Monticello?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Monticello is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from St. Louis to Monticello.

Where can I stay near Monticello?

There are two+ hotels available in Monticello.

St. Louis to Monticello - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from St. Louis to Monticello by train, taxi, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the taxi from Bloomington-Normal to Monticellotaxi
3h 35m
$171–253
Drive 145.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Monticellocar 145.2 mi
2h 51m
$27–39
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
3h 56m
$85–119

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Distance: 203.3 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr twice daily. Tickets cost $29–50 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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