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

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Waukee is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Waukee is to fly which takes 5h 39m and costs $160 - $750.

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

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Waukee. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at Des Moines via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Waukee?

The distance between St. Louis and Waukee is 435 miles. The road distance is 348.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from St. Louis to Waukee without a car is to bus which takes 8h 57m and costs $90 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 57m to get from St. Louis to Waukee, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from St. Louis to Waukee?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Waukee is to bus which takes 8h 57m and costs $90 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $160 - $750 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the St. Louis to Waukee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from St. Louis to Waukee?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Waukee is 349 miles. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from St. Louis to Waukee.

Where can I stay near Waukee?

There are 215+ hotels available in Waukee.

St. Louis to Waukee - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0153S
8h 57m
$94–161
Drive 346.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Waukeecar 346.5 mi
6h 55m
$64–92
Fly Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Des Moines
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM)plane STL - DSM
5h 39m
$162–752
Fly Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane STL - FOD
2. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Waukeecar
7h 27m
$96–474
Train to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, fly to Des Moines
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfieldtrain
2. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SPI - DSM
7h 45m
$169–672

Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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5h 6mAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 432.6 mi
Duration: 8h 57m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Des Moines 4 times a week. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly.

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