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

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Saint Paul start from £58. The average price for this train route is around £121. 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 Saint Paul?

The average train journey time from St. Louis to Saint Paul is 16h 21m, covering a distance of 461 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 11m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Saint Paul 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 St. Louis to Saint Paul?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Saint Paul departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 06:35.

Train St. Louis to Saint Paul from £70 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from St. Louis to Saint Paul on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Saint Paul on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	Cheapest
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	16h 21m	22:56	Union Depot	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	06:35	Gateway Station	16h 21m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Saint Paul on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Saint Paul on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Saint Paul on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Saint Paul on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	Cheapest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	Fastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from St. Louis to Saint Paul on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	CheapestFastest
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	14h 11m	18:41	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags
Train	04:30	Gateway Station	18h 26m	22:56	Union Depot	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Saint Paul

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Saint Paul. The journey takes about 16 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just £58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

16h 21mAverage duration

461 milesDistance

68kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£60 - £219	Average duration20h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£58 - £378	Average duration16h 21m	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Saint Paul, US?

St. Louis

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Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Saint Paul, US

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Union Depot
240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 £58

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Saint Paul, US 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 Saint Paul?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Saint Paul start from £58. The average price for this train route is around £121. 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 Saint Paul?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Saint Paul is 16h 21m, covering a distance of 461 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Saint Paul 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 St. Louis to Saint Paul?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Saint Paul departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 06:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£108

11/12

£108

Today

£96

13/12

£106

14/12

£186

15/12

£77

16/12

£70

17/12

£116

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Saint Paul, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £70

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 Saint Paul, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £70 to £313 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Saint Paul, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £70, which is on 2025-12-16.