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

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Waterloo is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Waterloo is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $100 - $470.

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

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis to Waterloo. However, there are services departing from Saint Louis and arriving at Waterloo via Iowa City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Waterloo?

The distance between St. Louis and Waterloo is 391 miles. The road distance is 339.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Louis to Waterloo without a car is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 9h 40m to get from St. Louis to Waterloo, including transfers.

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

St. Louis to Waterloo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Saint Louis station.

Bus or fly from St. Louis to Waterloo?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Waterloo is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $100 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $470 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the St. Louis to Waterloo bus arrive?

St. Louis to Waterloo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Iowa City station.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Waterloo?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Waterloo is 340 miles. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from St. Louis to Waterloo.

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

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Where can I stay near Waterloo?

There are 43+ hotels available in Waterloo.

St. Louis to Waterloo - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Saint Louis to Iowa Citybus Btw 1490
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Waterloobus Btw 1209
9h 40m
$105–148
Drive 337.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Waterloocar 337.5 mi
5h 55m
$62–89
Fly
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane STL - ALO
5h 54m
$100–466
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0153S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154
11h 55m
$88–167

St. Louis to Waterloo by bus

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9h 40mAverage Duration

$105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 389 mi
Duration: 9h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Saint Louis to Waterloo via Iowa City in around 9h 40m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) 3 times a day.

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