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

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Next departures for Richmond to St. Louis on January 15
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Staples Mill Road
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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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, 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
1d 2hAverage Duration
1124 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$171 - $561Average Duration1d 2h
28kg CO₂e
Average Price$251 - $1,567Average Duration1d 12h
102kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to St. Louis start at $251. The average price for this train route is around $496. 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 Richmond to St. Louis?

    The average train trip from Richmond to St. Louis takes 1d 12h and covers 1117 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Richmond to St. Louis departs at 3:52am. The latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01-13
$241
01-14
$251
Today
$258
01-16
$287
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $241

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

You can expect to pay from $241 to $2,242 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $287 which is on 2026-01-16.

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