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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gateway Station | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:04 PM CDT.
Get from St. Louis to Dayton
The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in St. Louis and Dayton?
Stops in Dayton
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Greater Dayton Trotwood RTA Bus Stop
2075 Shiloh Springs Rd, Dayton, OH 45426
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Dayton by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from St. Louis to Dayton?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Dayton start from $69. The average price for this route is around $94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to Dayton?
The average bus travel time from St. Louis to Dayton is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 528 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Dayton route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from St. Louis to Dayton?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Dayton at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Dayton?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Dayton generates an estimated 13.188 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from St. Louis to Dayton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87564 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Dayton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from St. Louis to Dayton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Louis to Dayton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Dayton was searched and found on Jun 20, 2026 with a price of $76To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Dayton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $76 to $193 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Dayton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2026-06-20.
