Saint Louis Metro Bus Schedule: Routes, Times & Stops

2026 MetroBus · Missouri & Illinois

Saint Louis Metro Bus Schedule: Routes, Times & Stops

Saint Louis MetroBus operates more than 50 bus routes across the St. Louis region in Missouri and Illinois. To find your bus schedule, choose the correct route number, direction and weekday or weekend service on Metro Transit’s official schedule page.

MetroBus routes connect Downtown St. Louis, North County, South City, West County, MetroLink stations and communities across the Mississippi River in Illinois. There is no single system-wide departure time: each bus route follows its own timetable.

This guide helps you find current routes and stops, check real departure examples, understand the $1 cash bus fare, use the official Transit app, find accessible boarding information and avoid outdated schedules after the September 2026 changes.

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ST. LOUIS METROBUS · ROUTE BOARD

70 Grand Missouri

95 Kingshighway Missouri

57 Manchester Missouri

1 Main Street–State Street Illinois

CITY · COUNTY · METROLINK · ILLINOIS

Transit operator Metro Transit / Bi-State Development

Service region Missouri and Illinois

Cash bus fare $1.00

Live arrivals Transit app / phone

Current schedule period Sep 14–Nov 29, 2026

Quick answer

How to Find a Saint Louis MetroBus Schedule

Open the official MetroBus route directory, select a Missouri or Illinois route, choose the travel direction and service day, then read the departure time for the appropriate stop or timepoint.

1 Find route Search by number or route name.

2 Select direction Match the destination sign.

3 Choose day Weekday, Saturday or Sunday.

4 Find stop Check the timepoint and Stop ID.

5 Recheck live Use Transit app or the phone system.

No single first or last MetroBus time exists. Routes have different operating hours, and some buses run later than others. A route’s first terminal departure is not necessarily the first time it reaches your neighborhood stop.

Important September 2026 changes

What Changed on Saint Louis MetroBus in September 2026?

Metro Transit implemented a service update on September 14, 2026. Several Missouri routes received adjustments, and Missouri Route #5 Green was discontinued.

Missouri #5 Green no longer operates

Metro Transit ended service on the Missouri #5 Green route on September 14. Routes #2 Red and #16 City Limits were changed to serve important destinations previously covered by Green.

Do not use an older #5 Green schedule or assume the former route’s stops still operate under the same number.

#2 Red and #16 City Limits Routing changes affecting parts of the former Green corridor, including university-area and Clayton Road connections.

#10, #40, #57, #91 and #95 Selected weekday or weekend timetable adjustments; check the affected route page.

#30 Arsenal and #90 Hampton Routing or timetable revisions were also included in the September update.

Missouri Route 5 is not Illinois Route 5. Illinois MetroBus still has its separately numbered #5 Missouri Avenue–ML King service. Do not confuse it with the discontinued Missouri #5 Green route.

Metro reported no changes to Illinois MetroBus or MetroLink as part of the September 14 service update.

Review Metro’s official September 2026 service changes and revised schedules.

MetroBus Rider Guide

Current MetroBus route directory

Saint Louis MetroBus Routes: Missouri and Illinois

Metro Transit operates two route groups. Always identify the state and route name because numbers can be reused on opposite sides of the Mississippi River.

Popular Missouri MetroBus Routes

#70

Grand

Connects Loughborough Commons, Grand Boulevard, Grand Transit Center and North Broadway Transit Center.

Official #70 timetable

#95

Kingshighway

Serves Gravois-Hampton, Central West End, Kingshighway and North Broadway.

Official #95 timetable

#57

Manchester

Serves the Manchester Road corridor, West County Mall and Maplewood Transit Center.

Official #57 timetable

#19

St. Louis Avenue

Connects Rock Road Transit Center with northern St. Louis neighborhoods and Civic Center Transit Center.

Official #19 timetable

#10

Gravois–Lindell

Useful for trips along Gravois and the Lindell corridor, including connections near Central West End.

Official #10 timetable

Natural Bridge

Serves the Natural Bridge corridor and connecting neighborhoods. Check route alerts before traveling.

Official #4 timetable

More Missouri Routes

1 Gold 2 Red 4 Natural Bridge 5 Green — ended 8 Shaw-Cherokee 9 Oakville 10 Gravois-Lindell 11 Chippewa 13 Union 16 City Limits 18 Taylor 19 St. Louis Ave 21 Watson Rd 30 Arsenal 31 Chouteau 32 Dr ML King 33 Midland 34 Earth City 35 Rock Road 40 Broadway-Halls Ferry 41 Lee 42 Sarah 49 Lindbergh 56 Kirkwood-Webster 57 Manchester 58 Chesterfield Valley 59 Oakland 60 Shepley-Lilac 61 Chambers Rd 64 Lucas-Hunt 70 Grand 73 Carondelet 74 Florissant 76 N Hanley Shuttle 77 Village Square 78 Bellefontaine 79 Ferguson-Clayton 90 Hampton 91 Olive 94 Page 95 Kingshighway 97 Delmar 98 Ballas-North Hanley 100 Hazelwood

For a Missouri-specific network overview and additional route-search guidance, see our St. Louis Missouri MetroBus schedule guide. It explains the Missouri route network, stop identification and fare options.

Illinois MetroBus Routes

Illinois MetroBus covers communities such as East St. Louis, Belleville, Cahokia Heights, O’Fallon and surrounding St. Clair County areas. Illinois routes use their own direction-specific schedules.

1 Main Street–State Street 2 Cahokia Heights 3 Sauget–Water Street 4 19th & Central 5 Missouri Ave–ML King 6 Rosemont 8 Alta Sita 9 Washington Park 12 O’Fallon–Fairview Heights 13 Caseyville 14 Memorial Hosp–Westfield Plaza 15 Belleville–O’Fallon 16 St. Clair Square 23 Belleville–College

Route-number warning Missouri #1 Gold and Illinois #1 Main Street–State Street are entirely different bus routes. A route number alone does not identify the correct schedule.

Open Metro’s Missouri and Illinois route directory to select any route and view its current map, service days and timetable.

Verified timetable examples

Saint Louis Metro Bus Times: Real Departure Examples

MetroBus doesn’t have a universal first bus or last bus. The following scheduled examples demonstrate how early service and travel time differ by route. They come from official route timetables for the September 14–November 29, 2026 service period.

Route	Travel direction	Starting timepoint	Ending timepoint	Scheduled duration
#70 Grand	Weekday northbound	Loughborough Commons, 3:52 AM	North Broadway Transit Center, 4:33 AM	41 min
#95 Kingshighway	Weekday northbound	Gravois-Hampton Transit Center, 4:23 AM	North Broadway Transit Center, 5:17 AM	54 min
#19 St. Louis Ave	Weekday eastbound	Rock Road Transit Center, 4:21 AM	Civic Center Transit Center, 5:03 AM	42 min
#57 Manchester	Weekday eastbound full trip	Wildwood Shopping Center, 5:28 AM	Maplewood Transit Center, 6:20 AM	52 min

These are selected scheduled trips, not a promise that every bus follows the same travel duration. A partial trip, weekend service or opposite direction may start at a different timepoint.

Sample Route #95 Kingshighway Timepoints

The weekday northbound #95 timetable provides a useful example of how to read intermediate stops along the same bus journey.

Stop	Trip 1	Trip 2	Trip 3
Gravois-Hampton TC	4:23 AM	4:53 AM	5:23 AM
Kingshighway & Chippewa	4:32 AM	5:02 AM	5:32 AM
Central West End TC	4:50 AM	5:20 AM	5:50 AM
Delmar & Kingshighway	4:59 AM	5:29 AM	5:59 AM
North Broadway TC	5:17 AM	5:47 AM	6:17 AM

How to interpret the example If you board the first listed #95 bus at Central West End Transit Center, the scheduled time is 4:50 AM—not 4:23 AM. The earlier time belongs to the bus’s starting terminal.

For your exact route, open its official timetable, select the day and direction, then use the closest published timepoint or stop-level live arrival tool.

Weekdays, weekends and holidays

Saint Louis MetroBus Weekend and Holiday Schedules

Not every MetroBus route operates every day. Some routes have separate Saturday and Sunday schedules, while others provide reduced service or no service during certain periods.

Weekday Mon–Fri Use the route’s weekday timetable, which may include commuter-oriented trips and early-morning service.

Saturday Varies Check the separate Saturday timetable. Frequency or operating span can differ from weekdays.

Sunday Varies Sunday service may have fewer departures. Confirm that your specific route operates.

Upcoming 2026 Holiday Examples

Holiday	Date	Published MetroBus pattern
Veterans Day	November 11, 2026	Weekday schedule
Thanksgiving Day	November 26, 2026	Sunday schedule
Christmas Day	December 25, 2026	Sunday schedule

Thanksgiving travel tip If you travel to work on Thanksgiving, use the Sunday timetable rather than assuming your regular Thursday bus will arrive at the same time.

Check the official 2026 Metro Transit holiday calendar before planning a holiday trip.

Route maps and stop IDs

MetroBus Stops: How to Find the Correct Stop

The correct bus stop depends on your route, travel direction and nearby intersection. A transit center may have several boarding bays, and two stops with similar names can serve opposite directions.

Typical St. Louis Bus-to-Rail Journey

1 Neighborhood stop

2 MetroBus

3 Transit center

4 MetroLink

5 Downtown station

6 Walk to destination

Illustrative travel sequence, not a map of one specific route. Use the official route map and trip planner for actual walking paths and transfer stops.

What Is a MetroBus Stop ID?

Metro says a Stop ID is printed at the top of MetroBus stop signs. This number identifies the specific stop for real-time arrival lookups.

Route number Identifies the bus service, such as #70 Grand or #95 Kingshighway.

Destination sign Tells you the direction or terminal the bus is heading toward.

Stop ID Identifies your exact boarding location for Metro’s live-arrival phone system.

Using Google Maps Without Boarding at the Wrong Stop

Search for your destination in Google Maps.
Select Directions and choose public transit.
Compare routes and the walking time to the suggested bus stop.
Open the stop location and check the direction.
Confirm its current service using Metro’s official route map or Transit app.
Check Rider Alerts before starting the walk.

For more detailed help, our Google Maps bus route and stop-finding guide explains scheduled versus live arrivals, map pins and transit directions. Use Metro as the final source when a stop has moved.

Open official St. Louis Metro system maps for Missouri and Illinois routes, MetroLink stations and transit-center layouts.

Useful transfer locations

Major St. Louis MetroBus Transit Centers

Transit centers help riders transfer between neighborhood routes and MetroLink. They are especially important when a journey crosses the city, county or state boundary.

Transit center	Published address	Why it matters
Civic Center	401 S. 14th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103	Downtown bus transfers and nearby MetroLink service.
Central West End	4510 Children’s Place, St. Louis, MO 63110	Important bus and rail transfer area near the medical district.
North Hanley	4300 Hanley Road, St. Louis, MO 63134	North County bus connections and MetroLink access.
North County	3140 Pershall Road, Ferguson, MO 63136	North County neighborhood and regional bus connections.
Shrewsbury–Lansdowne I-44	7201 Lansdowne Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63119	Blue Line and nearby bus connections.
Washington Park	909 N. 54th Street, East St. Louis, IL 62203	Illinois-side bus transfers.

How to Change Buses at a Transit Center

Confirm your connecting route and direction before leaving the first bus.
Check whether the connection uses a different bay or platform.
Use Metro’s current station or transit-center layout.
Check the next arrival in Transit app.
Allow extra time when transferring between bus and rail platforms.
Check the last return connection if you are traveling late.

Local tip for Civic Center A bus arriving at Civic Center Transit Center does not necessarily use the same boarding bay for its return trip. Check the route destination and the center’s current bay signs.

2026 fares and passes

Saint Louis MetroBus Fares: Cash, Reduced Fare & Passes

Metro Transit currently lists a $1.00 MetroBus cash base fare, separate from the MetroLink rail cash fare. Metro also offers discounted fares, day passes, weekly passes and monthly passes.

MetroBus cash fare $1.00 Standard bus fare

Reduced bus cash fare $0.50 Permit required

One-Day Pass $5.00 Bus and rail

7-Day Pass $27.00 Bus and rail

30-Day Pass $78.00 Standard bus and rail pass

Reduced 30-Day Pass $39.00 Eligible riders

MetroLink cash fare $2.50 Standard rail cash fare

Metro Call-A-Ride ADA $2.00 Qualifying ADA trip fare

Which Fare Is Best for Your Journey?

One occasional bus trip Exact cash may be the simplest option when no additional transfers or pass benefits are needed.

Multiple bus and rail rides Compare a One-Day Pass with separate fares. The pass may be convenient when you plan several connections.

Regular commuters Compare a 7-Day or 30-Day Pass with Tap & Ride fare capping and your expected number of rides.

Fare-price distinction The $1 bus cash fare should not be confused with the $2.50 MetroLink rail cash fare. A bus-to-rail journey may require the appropriate fare or pass. Check Metro’s current transfer and validator rules for your payment method.

Check the official Metro Transit fare and pass table.

Payment micro-guide

How to Pay for Saint Louis MetroBus

Exact Cash

Check the current bus cash fare.
Prepare exact bills or coins.
Board the bus through the designated door.
Insert payment into the farebox.

Important: MetroBus operators cannot make change.

Transit App Mobile Fare

Open the Transit app.
Choose the Metro fare product you need.
Complete the purchase.
Activate the ticket according to its instructions.
Present or scan the valid fare using the current boarding procedure.

Ride On Card

Obtain an official Ride On card.
Load an eligible pass or Tap & Ride balance.
Use the card at the appropriate fare validator.
Keep the same registered card for eligible fare benefits.

Tap & Ride and Fare Capping

Set up an eligible Tap & Ride balance in the app or on a Ride On card.
Tap the accepted fare media at a validator.
Continue using the same fare account.
Check the current automatic fare-capping rules.

Who Can Receive Reduced or Free Fares?

Children aged 4 and younger ride free under Metro’s published fare policy.
Children aged 5–12 may receive half-price fares, with age verification where requested.
Seniors aged 65 and older may qualify for reduced fares with a valid permit.
Customers with qualifying disabilities or Medicare IDs may qualify under the reduced-fare program.
Eligible ADA paratransit customers may qualify for free MetroBus and MetroLink rides through the On The Way With ADA program.

Reduced fares require the appropriate Metro identification or permit. For eligibility and applications, use Metro’s official fare and reduced-fare resources.

Official live bus tools

How to Track a Saint Louis MetroBus Live

Metro Transit identifies Transit app as its official trip-planning and real-time arrival app. It displays bus locations, predicted arrivals, route maps, stops and service alerts where data is available.

1 Open Transit Launch the official app.

2 Search route Choose your MetroBus number.

3 Pick direction Check the destination.

4 Select stop Confirm the boarding stop.

5 Recheck View predictions and alerts.

Open Metro’s Transit app and real-time tools.

How to Get Live Arrivals Without a Smartphone

Metro provides an automated phone system that can identify the next three real-time arrivals at your stop.

Find the Stop ID at the top of your MetroBus stop sign.
Call 314-231-2345 or 618-271-2345.
Press 1 for the automated system.
Enter your Stop ID.
Listen for the next arrivals and any relevant route alerts.

Do not use the old 79322 text service. Metro discontinued automated real-time information by texting 79322 in March 2025. Use Transit app or the phone system instead.

Scheduled Time vs Live Arrival

Scheduled arrival The planned time in the published route timetable. Useful for planning but not proof that the vehicle is approaching.

Live arrival prediction A same-day estimate using available vehicle information. It may change because of traffic, construction, detours or data interruptions.

For additional guidance on reading timetables, understanding stop IDs and comparing live arrival tools, see our transit bus schedule and real-time arrival guide.

Bus and rail connections

Saint Louis MetroBus to MetroLink Transfers

MetroLink connects major St. Louis-area destinations using the Red and Blue rail lines. Many MetroBus trips can connect to a MetroLink station, reducing the need to make the entire journey by road.

MetroLink Red Line

Connects Lambert Airport, Downtown St. Louis and destinations across the river toward the Illinois side of the system.

MetroLink Blue Line

Connects the Shrewsbury side of the network with Clayton, Central West End, Downtown and Illinois-side destinations.

Common Bus-to-Rail Connections

Example: Local Bus to Downtown

1 Neighborhood

2 MetroBus

3 Rail station

4 MetroLink

5 Downtown

6 Final stop

Going to St. Louis Lambert Airport?

MetroLink’s Red Line serves Lambert Airport Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 stations. Depending on where your journey begins, a local MetroBus connection followed by the Red Line may be a practical option.

Airport travel tip Do not assume that a MetroBus route heading toward North County serves the airport terminal directly. Use the Trip Planner to check whether you need a MetroLink transfer and which terminal station is appropriate.

Open the official MetroLink system timetable to check rail connections and first or last trains.

Route alerts and current conditions

Saint Louis MetroBus Service Alerts & Detours

MetroBus routes may change because of road construction, special events, blocked streets, weather, operator availability or quarterly schedule updates. Check both the bus route and any connecting rail line before leaving.

Temporary reroute A bus may use different streets and skip its ordinary stops during construction.

Stop relocation Your normal stop may temporarily move to another intersection or bay.

Schedule adjustment A published quarterly update may move departures by several minutes or change the route pattern.

Example: #70 Grand Reroute

Grand Boulevard area service advisory

The official #70 Grand route page includes an October 12, 2026 reroute affecting portions of the Grand, Delmar, Spring and Cook Street area.

The notice is labeled as continuing until further notice. The actual operating path and stop availability may change, so check the current route alert before boarding.

Verify the current #70 Grand alert

How to Read a Service Alert

Open the official Rider Alerts page.
Find the route you intend to use.
Read the effective date and whether the alert has ended.
Check which direction is affected.
Identify any closed stops and alternative boarding locations.
Check live arrival information at the replacement stop.

Check current Metro Transit Rider Alerts.

Same-day warning An alert described in this article is not necessarily active at the time you travel. Metro’s live alert information takes precedence over saved pages, screenshots and older printed schedules.

Accessible travel and disability services

Saint Louis MetroBus Accessibility & Call-A-Ride

Metro states that all MetroBus vehicles and MetroLink trains are accessible. However, a bus’s accessible equipment is only one part of a trip. The sidewalk, curb, station elevator and transfer path also matter.

Lifts and ramps All MetroBus vehicles are equipped with accessible boarding equipment.

Priority seating Seats are available for passengers who may have difficulty standing.

Mobility-device spaces Designated spaces accommodate wheelchairs and scooters.

Stop announcements Drivers or recordings announce important stops and transfer points.

How to Plan an Accessible MetroBus Journey

Find your route using the official schedule or Trip Planner.
Check the walking or rolling route to your boarding stop.
Confirm any ramp or lift requirements.
Check alerts for moved stops or sidewalk work.
Verify station elevator status if changing to MetroLink.
Allow additional time for unfamiliar stops or transfers.
Contact Metro Accessibility Services if you need assistance.

Metro Call-A-Ride Paratransit

Metro Call-A-Ride provides accessible curb-to-curb shared transportation. ADA-eligible riders receive priority for qualifying trips, and the service uses advance reservations.

ADA Services 314-982-1510 Eligibility and accessibility questions

Call-A-Ride Reservations 314-652-3617 Advance ride reservations

Reservation hours 7:30–4:30 Published daily reservation-line hours

Metro advises passengers to prepare the trip’s pickup and destination addresses, phone numbers and any accessibility assistance needs before calling. Call-A-Ride is shared transportation, so trips may take longer than a direct car journey.

Accessible trip tip Qualifying ADA riders may also be eligible for the On The Way With ADA program, which provides free rides on MetroBus and MetroLink. Check eligibility before relying on that benefit.

Read Metro Transit accessibility and Call-A-Ride information.

First-time rider instructions

How to Ride MetroBus in St. Louis

Metro’s official rider instructions explain several practical actions that can prevent missed buses and wrong-direction trips.

1. Be at the stop five minutes early

Metro specifically recommends arriving at least five minutes before the bus’s scheduled arrival. Allow more time at an unfamiliar stop or transfer center.

2. Signal the operator

As the bus approaches, stand or raise your hand to indicate that you want to board. Make sure you are waiting at the correct posted stop.

3. Check the destination sign

Confirm both the bus route number and the destination shown above the windshield. A bus with the correct number can travel in the wrong direction for your trip.

4. Pay the fare correctly

Prepare exact cash, an accepted ticket, a mobile fare or a valid pass before boarding. Ask for required mobility assistance when necessary.

5. Request your stop

Pull the stop cord or press the vertical request strip before approaching your destination.

6. Plan the return journey

Check the reverse-direction timetable and the last departure from your actual return stop before leaving.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Using a Missouri timetable for an Illinois route with the same number.
Using a discontinued Missouri #5 Green schedule.
Assuming a route’s first terminal departure is your stop’s arrival.
Using the discontinued 79322 text-arrival number.
Boarding without checking the illuminated destination sign.
Assuming a MetroBus transfer and a MetroLink fare are always interchangeable.
Ignoring temporary station, bus bay or sidewalk changes.

Official website walkthrough

How to Find the Correct St. Louis MetroBus Schedule Online

Open the MetroBus directory. Visit MetroBus Route Maps & Schedules.
Choose Missouri or Illinois. Do not assume the route number identifies one regional service.
Search for your route. Use the route number or route name, such as #70 Grand or #95 Kingshighway.
Open the route details. Look for its route map, schedule selector and Rider Alerts.
Choose travel direction. Select northbound, southbound, eastbound or westbound as applicable.
Choose day of travel. Select weekdays, Saturday or Sunday. Check the holiday calendar when relevant.
Find your timepoint. Locate the major stop nearest to your actual boarding location.
Read the scheduled trip. Follow one timetable row from your boarding stop to your destination.
Check your exact stop. Use the Stop ID printed on the stop sign or choose the stop in Transit app.
Check live arrivals and alerts. Confirm the vehicle prediction, route direction, any detour and your payment method before leaving.

Useful timetable detail Some printed timepoints show a bus passing an intersection, but the exact boarding stop may be several minutes earlier or later. The route map and live arrival lookup provide better stop-specific guidance.

St. Louis planning advice

Local Tips for St. Louis MetroBus Riders

Downtown events can affect routes.

Check Rider Alerts when traveling near stadiums, downtown events, festivals or major road closures. A route can operate normally elsewhere while downtown stops are temporarily bypassed.

North County trips may need a transfer.

For destinations around Ferguson, North Hanley or Riverview, compare the full trip using the official planner. The nearest route is not always the route with the fastest total journey.

West County routes have different operating spans.

Services such as #57 Manchester and #58 Chesterfield Valley should be checked individually for evening and weekend availability.

Cross-river trips need state-specific schedules.

Check an Illinois route separately when traveling toward Belleville or East St. Louis. MetroLink may provide a useful connection between bus networks.

If you need another published overview specifically focused on route selection throughout both sides of the region, our existing St. Louis MetroBus network and stop guide provides additional schedule examples and route-finding instructions.

Before you go

MetroBus Boarding Checklist

Confirm Metro Transit St. Louis is the correct agency.
Choose Missouri or Illinois route list.
Match the route number and route name.
Select the correct destination and travel direction.
Choose weekday, Saturday, Sunday or holiday schedule.
Check September 2026 service changes if relevant.
Find your exact stop and Stop ID.
Prepare exact cash or another valid fare method.
Review Rider Alerts and accessible boarding information.
Arrive at least five minutes before the scheduled time.
Check the live prediction before leaving.
Verify the return route and final departure.

Official Metro Transit sources

Saint Louis Metro Bus Schedule, Fares, Maps & Rider Tools

The following official resources help riders confirm current route schedules, stop information, fare products, accessibility and temporary changes.

MetroBus Route Directory

Official Missouri and Illinois MetroBus route maps and schedules.

Open MetroBus schedules

Metro Trip Planner

Enter your starting location and destination to compare routes and transfers.

Plan a St. Louis transit journey

Transit App & Stop Lookup

Real-time bus information, arrival predictions, mobile fare tools and the automated phone instructions.

Open official real-time tools

Metro Fares & Passes

Cash fares, Ride On, Tap & Ride, pass prices and reduced fares.

View current fares

System Maps

Missouri and Illinois route maps, MetroLink schematic and transit-center layouts.

Open Metro system maps

MetroLink Timetable

Red and Blue Line service, directions, station schedules and connections.

Open MetroLink schedule

Holiday Schedule

Published holiday service patterns for MetroBus and MetroLink.

Check holiday service

Accessibility & ADA

Accessible vehicles, station features, reduced fares, Call-A-Ride and travel training.

Open Metro accessibility guide

Research reviewed November 3, 2026. Official MetroBus schedules referenced here use the September 14–November 29, 2026 service period. Transit service, stop positions, alerts and fares can change, so use the agency’s current route page for your actual travel date.

Independent-site notice: BusSchedule.us is an independent transit-information website. It is not operated by Metro Transit or Bi-State Development, does not control bus arrivals and does not sell or issue official Metro fares.

Frequently asked questions

Saint Louis Metro Bus Schedule FAQs

1. Where can I find the Saint Louis MetroBus schedule?

Use Metro Transit’s official MetroBus Schedule page. Choose a Missouri or Illinois route, select the direction and day of travel, and read the timetable for the relevant stop or timepoint.

2. How much does a St. Louis MetroBus ride cost in 2026?

Metro currently lists the standard bus cash base fare at $1.00 and the reduced bus cash fare at $0.50 with a valid reduced-fare permit. Other tickets and passes have separate prices.

3. Can I track a St. Louis Metro bus live?

Yes. Metro uses Transit app as its official real-time planning tool. The app can display bus locations, estimated arrivals, route maps, stops and Rider Alerts where data is available.

4. Can I check bus arrivals without a smartphone?

Yes. Call 314-231-2345 or 618-271-2345, press 1 for the automated system and enter the Stop ID printed on your bus stop sign. The system provides upcoming arrivals and available route-alert information.

5. Does every St. Louis MetroBus route have the same hours?

No. Every route has its own timetable, direction and weekday or weekend service pattern. Some routes start early or operate late, while others have limited service windows.

6. What happened to the Missouri #5 Green MetroBus?

Missouri Route #5 Green ended on September 14, 2026. Metro modified #2 Red and #16 City Limits to serve important areas previously reached by Green. Illinois Route #5 Missouri Avenue–ML King is a separate service.

7. How early should I reach a MetroBus stop?

Metro recommends reaching the bus stop at least five minutes before the scheduled arrival time. Allow additional time for unfamiliar stops, transit-center transfers, bad weather or accessibility needs.

8. How do I pay for MetroBus in St. Louis?

MetroBus accepts exact cash, and Metro also offers valid tickets, passes, digital fares and the newer Ride On and Tap & Ride options. Check current Metro payment instructions before boarding.

9. Are St. Louis MetroBus vehicles wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Metro states that all MetroBus vehicles have lifts or ramps, priority seating and spaces for mobility devices. Riders should also check accessible stop conditions and any temporary construction changes.

10. Where can I find St. Louis MetroBus maps and MetroLink transfers?

Metro’s System Maps page contains Missouri and Illinois maps, MetroBus routes, MetroLink information and transit-center layouts. The official Trip Planner can help compare complete bus-to-rail journeys.