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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Washington start at $153. 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.

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

The average train trip from St. Louis to Washington takes 1d 4h and covers 1144 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

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

Train St. Louis to Washington from $146 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Washington on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 4h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Washington on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 4h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 4h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Washington on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 4h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 4h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Washington on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 4h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 4h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:34 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

1144 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$149 - $608	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$153 - $2,693	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Washington, DC, US?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,642 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5642 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 $153

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 Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Washington start at $153. 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.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Washington?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Washington takes 1d 4h and covers 1144 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Washington?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Washington departs at 8:10am. 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

12-11

$1,287

12-12

$1,335

Today

$1,023

12-14

$1,145

12-15

$396

12-16

$327

12-17

$163

12-18

$492

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $163

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $163 to $2,476 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $163 which is on 2025-12-17.