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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Indianapolis start from £54. The average price for this train route is around £73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Indianapolis is 14h 39m, covering a distance of 230 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from St. Louis to Indianapolis departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 10:40.

Train St. Louis to Indianapolis from £51 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Indianapolis on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Indianapolis on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
08:10	Gateway Station	14h 39m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Indianapolis on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Indianapolis on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Indianapolis on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
08:10	Gateway Station	14h 39m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
08:10	Gateway Station	14h 39m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Indianapolis on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Indianapolis on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
14:55	Gateway Station	10h 55m	02:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
06:35	Gateway Station	12h 15m	19:50	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
08:10	Gateway Station	14h 39m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
08:10	Gateway Station	14h 39m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

4h 25mAverage duration

230 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£24 - £119	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£54 - £458	Average duration14h 39m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Indianapolis?

St. Louis

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

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 £54

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Indianapolis 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 St. Louis to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Indianapolis start from £54. The average price for this train route is around £73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Indianapolis is 14h 39m, covering a distance of 230 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Indianapolis departs at 08:10. And the latest train departs at 10:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£61

10/12

£66

Today

£94

12/12

£75

13/12

£75

14/12

£66

15/12

£66

16/12

£63

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Indianapolis was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £61

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 Indianapolis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £61 to £369 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £63, which is on 2025-12-16.