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

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Pekin is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Pekin is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $29 - $45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Pekin. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at Tazewell County Court House via Transfer Center Stop B, Springfield and CityLink Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Pekin?

The distance between St. Louis and Pekin is 178 miles. The road distance is 163.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Louis to Pekin without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 18m and costs $55 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from St. Louis to Pekin, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the St. Louis to Pekin bus arrive?

St. Louis to Pekin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Pekin?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Pekin is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from St. Louis to Pekin.

Where can I stay near Pekin?

There are 121+ hotels available in Pekin.

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

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

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 18m
$55–99
Drive 162.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Pekincar 162.5 mi
2h 44m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 6m
$42–65

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Distance: 176.7 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Tazewell County Court House via Springfield SMTD Transfer Center, Transfer Center Stop B, Jefferson & 4th, Springfield, Peoria Amtrak Station, and CityLink Transit Center in around 6h 6m.

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