Train from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for St. Louis to Richmond on December 13
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Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $186, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
1d 3hAverage Duration
1124 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$186 - $615Average Duration1d 3h
28kg CO₂e
Average Price$201 - $3,181Average Duration1d 10h
102kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US 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 St. Louis to Richmond?

    The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Richmond start at $201. The average price for this train route is around $521. 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 St. Louis to Richmond?

    The average train trip from St. Louis to Richmond takes 1d 10h and covers 1117 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

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

    The earliest train from St. Louis to Richmond departs at 8:10am. The latest train departs at 10:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12-10
$284
12-11
$1,512
Today
$1,428
12-13
$1,139
12-14
$462
12-15
$325
12-16
$284
12-17
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $284

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 Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $284 to $1,863 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $284 which is on 2025-12-16.

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