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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Washington start at $22. The average price for this train route is around $28. 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 1h 6m and covers 71 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 6m 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 3:11pm.

Train St. Louis to Washington from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Washington on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1h 6m	9:16am	Washington Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1h 6m	9:16am	Washington Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1h 6m	4:17pm	Washington Station	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Gateway Station	1h 6m	4:17pm	Washington Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:18 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 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 5mAverage Duration

72 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $24	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $62	Average Duration1h 6m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 $22

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, MO, 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 $22. The average price for this train route is around $28. 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 1h 6m and covers 71 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 6m 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 3:11pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-30

$38

12-01

$25

Today

$22

12-03

$22

12-04

No data

12-05

No data

12-06

$22

12-07

No data

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Washington, MO, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $22

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, MO, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $76 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Washington, MO, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-03.