Train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to St. Louis on November 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Gateway StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Gateway StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Gateway StationNo tags
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30th Street Station
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30th Street Station
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:55 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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, 3 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
1d 3hAverage Duration
1304 kmDistance
33kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$100 - $482Average Duration1d 3h
33kg CO₂e
Average Price$192 - $2,651Average Duration1d 8h
118kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis by train

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to St. Louis cost?

    The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to St. Louis is $402. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to St. Louis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Philadelphia to St. Louis?

    A train trip between Philadelphia and St. Louis is around 1d 8h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1303 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and St. Louis?

    The number of trains from Philadelphia to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to St. Louis?

    When taking the train from Philadelphia to St. Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11-20
$441
11-21
$421
Today
$655
11-23
$520
11-24
No data
11-25
No data
11-26
$707
11-27
$359
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $359

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

You can expect to pay from $359 to $2,560 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $359 which is on 2025-11-27.

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