Train from Boston, MA, US to St. Louis: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to St. Louis on December 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Gateway StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
Gateway StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Gateway StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Gateway StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Back Bay Station
Gateway StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 7hAverage Duration
1668 kmDistance
42kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$177 - $573Average Duration1d 7h
42kg CO₂e
Average Price$183 - $3,737Average Duration1d 10h
151kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to St. Louis by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Boston to St. Louis?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to St. Louis start at $183. The average price for this train route is around $381. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Boston to St. Louis?

    The average train trip from Boston to St. Louis takes 1d 10h and covers 1658 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Boston to St. Louis route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to St. Louis?

    The earliest train from Boston to St. Louis departs at 9:36am. The latest train departs at 12:57pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-20
$509
12-21
$2,942
Today
$295
12-23
$2,942
12-24
$468
12-25
$544
12-26
$544
12-27
$544
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 22, 2025 with a price of $295

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $295 to $4,050 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $468 which is on 2025-12-24.

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