How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to St. Louis?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to St. Louis start from £125. The average price for this train route is around £188. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to St. Louis?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to St. Louis is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1582 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to St. Louis route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Los Angeles to St. Louis departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Los Angeles to St. Louis from £120 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to St. Louis on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 2h	21:45	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 2h	21:45	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to St. Louis on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 2h	21:45	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 2h	21:45	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to St. Louis on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	2d 7h	07:30	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	22:00	Union Station	2d 7h	07:30	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to St. Louis on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 2h	21:45	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 2h	21:45	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to St. Louis on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 2h	21:45	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	22:00	Union Station	2d 7h	07:30	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	2d 7h	07:30	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to St. Louis on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	1d 19h	14:20	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 2h	21:45	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	17:19	Union Station	2d 2h	21:45	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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, 20 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 20hAverage duration

1574 milesDistance

63kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£88 - £475	Average duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£125 - £382	Average duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 232kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and St. Louis?

Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £125

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to St. Louis by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to St. Louis start from £125. The average price for this train route is around £188. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to St. Louis is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1582 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to St. Louis departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

£181

25/01

£184

Today

£215

27/01

£184

28/01

£175

29/01

£184

30/01

£157

31/01

£184

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to St. Louis was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of £157

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

You can expect to pay from £157 to £1,371 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £157, which is on 2026-01-30.