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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Quincy start at $84. The average price for this train route is around $164. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from St. Louis to Quincy takes 15h 42m and covers 179 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Quincy route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from St. Louis to Quincy departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Louis to Quincy from $97 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Quincy on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 47m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 7m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 47m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 42m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 42m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Quincy on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 47m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	14h 7m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 47m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 42m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h 42m	10:17pm	Quincy Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:14 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Quincy

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Quincy. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 55mAverage Duration

179 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$71 - $71	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$84 - $660	Average Duration15h 42m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $84

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Quincy, IL by train

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 train ticket from St. Louis to Quincy?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Quincy start at $84. The average price for this train route is around $164. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Quincy?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Quincy takes 15h 42m and covers 179 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Quincy route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Quincy?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Quincy departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-09

$116

12-10

$140

Today

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12-12

No data

12-13

$128

12-14

$170

12-15

No data

12-16

$118

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Quincy, IL was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $116

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

You can expect to pay from $116 to $491 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Quincy, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $118 which is on 2025-12-16.